For a dose that changes on a schedule, like a steroid taper, set the routine to repeat with Changes over time (like a taper). You plan each step once, and Recall changes the amount on the right days and stops the routine after the last step.
- Start a new routine, or edit an existing one, and add the pet and medication under Doses.
- Under When, set Repeat to Changes over time (like a taper).
- For Step 1, enter how many days it lasts after For, and how often the dose is given after every, like every 1 day.
- Enter the amount for each medication in this step. Leave an amount blank to skip that medication during the step.
- Select Add a step. The new step starts as a copy of the one before, so change only what's different.
- Repeat until the plan is complete, then set the Starts date.
- Check THE PLAN. It lists the dates and amounts for every step, and when the routine ends.
- Select Save routine.
Example: a 3-week taper
| Step | For | Every | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 days | 1 day | 2 pills |
| 2 | 7 days | 1 day | 1 pill |
| 3 | 7 days | 2 days | 1 pill |
Good to know
- Steps run back to back from the start date. The routine ends after the last step, so you don't set an Ends date.
- For medications dosed by strength, enter each step's dose, like 10 mg, and Recall picks the size.
- Always follow your vet's instructions. Check the plan against them before saving.