# Vetmedin (pimobendan) Chewable Tablets for Dogs > Vetmedin 1.25mg, 10mg, 5mg Chewable Tablets  are prescription-only medication for dogs with congestive heart failure due to dilated cardiomyopathy or valvular insufficiency. Supports daily activity Improves blood flow Healthy heart, happy pup *Source: https://ashcroft4pets.co.uk/dog-medications/vetmedin-chewable-tablets-for-dogs/* **Vetmedin (pimobendan)** is a prescription-only heart medication for dogs that strengthens the heart’s pumping action and improves blood circulation throughout the body. It is commonly used to help manage heart failure caused by myxomatous mitral valve disease (MVD) and dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). Available in **1.25mg, 5mg, and 10mg tablets**.  Prescription required: Vetmedin should only be used as prescribed by a veterinary surgeon. Always order the exact strength and formulation stated on your prescription, as tablets and capsules are not interchangeable. Vetmedin is not suitable for dogs with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or conditions where cardiac output cannot be increased. Refer to the product leaflet for the full list of contraindications and warnings.