In defense of the high price of Vets meds, we have been trying for years to diagnose the stomach problems of our Pit. He suggested a supplement but had only an out of date supply. He gave me three bottles without cost because they were out of date. One new bottle I ordered was $52.00.. Somewhere along the line he had to recoup his loss. He's just a little guy..For customer convenience they must keep a readily supply of quickly needed drugs that because of government are no longer allowed to be used because of "age". There are probably some vets that do not agree by law they have to give prescriptions to the customer to fill where they choose but try to induce them to buy the meds at their office. Anyway, I try to buy from the Vet. If his price are within reason, I go with him. If a substantial difference I have to get a printed 'script.... In my opinion...