Joint & pain

Pardale-V

Short-course pain relief combining paracetamol with low-dose codeine, typically prescribed alongside or instead of an NSAID for moderate pain. Codeine is a controlled drug; dispensing requires a written prescription. Active ingredient: paracetamol + codeine.

£15.00,£21.00
Typical UK vet price per month
CMA / VetHelpDirect
£0.08
Cheapest VMD-approved online (monthly)
Last verified 2026-05-15
£194.00
Annual saving (net of £21 prescription fee)
Indicative, 15 kg dog

Key takeaways

  • Pardale-V treats short-course pain relief combining paracetamol with low-dose codeine, typically prescribed alongside or instead of an nsaid for moderate pain. codeine is a controlled drug; dispensing requires a written prescription
  • Typical UK vet price £15 to £21 per month, based on observed dispensary list pricing across UK practices.
  • Cheapest VMD-approved online from around £0.08 per month, versus £0.09 at the upper end of the same six pharmacies.
  • Prescription works the same way, ask your vet for a written Pardale-V prescription (capped at £21), dispense online.
  • Main side effect to watch for: sedation, review the full list with your prescribing vet before starting or changing dose.

Live verified pricing

Just checkedLast refreshed 17 May 2026

We checked the pharmacy product page directly. Prices below are the actual per-unit list price for the variant linked, confirm on the pharmacy site before buying.

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Typical vet price
£15.00,£21.00/mo
indicative UK range
Cheapest online
£7.95/mo
Pet Drugs Online
Annual saving
£84.60,£156.60
after £21 prescription fee: £63.60,£135.60

Based on a 15 kg dog, recommended strength: 400 mg + 9 mg. Assumes 12 months of continuous use (chronic dosing) and one written prescription per year. CMA Order caps the prescription fee at £21 for the first medicine, plus £12.50 per additional medicine on the same prescription. Prices are indicative and last verified 2026-05-15. Always confirm the current price on the pharmacy site before purchase.

Your vet's dispensaryYou're here now
Monthly£15.00,£21.00/mo
Pet Drugs OnlineBest value
VMD approved · Free over £39
Pack100 tablets (course)
£7.95/pack
Monthly
£7.95/mo
Save £10.05/mo

Last refreshed: 17 May 2026. Always confirm the current price on the pharmacy site before purchase.

Why it costs more at the vet

Inexpensive generic-style combination dispensed at substantial mark-up. Online pharmacies that handle controlled drugs sell the same Dechra product at less than half the vet price.

Common side effects

  • Sedation
  • Constipation
  • Vomiting

Not a complete list. Always read the patient information leaflet and speak to your vet about side effects.

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How to get a written prescription

The CMA Order is legally binding by 23 September 2026. Every UK vet must offer a written prescription on request, with the fee capped at £21 for the first medicine plus £12.5 per additional medicine on the same prescription. Take the prescription to any VMD-approved online pharmacy listed above.

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Common questions

Can I give my dog human paracetamol instead?
No - dose and formulation are dog-specific. Human paracetamol can be toxic to dogs at the wrong dose. Always use a veterinary product on prescription.
Is Pardale-V addictive?
Low-dose codeine carries a low addiction risk in dogs on short courses. Long-term use should be reviewed by your vet.

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Pricing data status: indicative. Last verified 2026-05-15. Pharmacies change prices regularly, always confirm before purchase. Not medical advice.