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Know the signs of poisoning for your dog.
Knowing the signs of poisoning is vital since it may be 3 to 5 days before any symptoms are visible.
August 9, 2022
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Dogs
Selegiline to Combat Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome
Cognitive dysfunction syndrome primarily affects older dogs with behavioral alterations such as altered interactions with owners, sleep cycle disturbances, house-soiling and disorientation. One telling clinical feature are amyloid plaques that accumulate on neurons of the brain much like Alzheimer’s disease in humans. Selegiline is an irreversible inhibitor of monoamine oxidase,
May 1, 2022
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Cats
Toxoplasmosis treatment by Clindamycin
Considered to be a leading cause of death attributed to foodborne illness in the United States, greater than 40 million people in U.S. carry Toxoplasma parasite. Toxoplasmosis is an infection that can infect virtually all species of warm-blooded animals caused by Toxoplasma gondii. Cats are the definitive host but transmission
April 1, 2022
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Dogs
Mycophenolate treating Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA)
Mycophenolate’s immunosuppressant activity has shown to be effective in a variety of autoimmune diseases including IMHA. IMHA is a potentially life-threatening anemia that occurs when antibodies are formed against host red blood cells. Pale and/or yellow mucous membranes at gums and increased respiratory breathing rate are more specific discernable signs
March 1, 2022
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Dogs
Benazepril to Delay Progression of Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is the most common cause of heart failure in certain breeds of large dogs. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors such as Benazepril have been shown to increase survival rate and life expectancy in animals and humans alike in heart failure. ACE inhibitors work by lowering blood pressure and reducing
December 1, 2021
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Dogs
Potassium Bromide for Canine Epilepsy
Potassium bromide has been used since the 1800’s in both animals and humans. Although use has declined in humans due to other antiseizure medications available with fewer side effects, phenobarbital and potassium bromide are still considered standard treatment for long-term management of idiopathic epilepsy in canines (Baird-Heinz, 2012). Potassium bromide is thought to
November 4, 2021
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Dogs
Maropitant for Canine Motion Sickness/Vomiting
Maropitant is the first and only approved product for vomiting in dogs marketed as Cerenia®. It is important to note this approval is specifically for puppies over the age of 16 weeks and older. Maropitant is commonly considered for use in motion sickness, nausea and extra-label for felines. This antiemetic
October 11, 2021
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Cats
Aspergillus treatment with Itraconazole
Aspergillus fungi shed microscopic spores that float in the air which animals and humans can and will inhale these frequently. Fortunately, through defense mechanisms built into our bodies normally we can prevent an infection. However, if Aspergillus spores, called “conidia” escape these mechanisms and begin to grow, they become more difficult for the
September 21, 2021
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Cats
Analgesic Control in Cats with Buprenorphine
Buprenorphine is considered a partial agonist at mu opioid receptors. Due to its receptor-binding properties, it is considered to have a delayed onset of action and long-acting properties to exert its analgesic effects with few adverse effects. In veterinary medicine, this can provide relief in mild to moderate pain sensation
August 10, 2021
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Cats
Another Pimobendan Shortage?
Pharmacy Solutions Has You Covered Pimobendan or Vetmedin® has been shown to open blood vessels to take in blood from the heart (lessening its workload) and increase the strength of heart-muscle contractions. This life-saving product’s availability has been sporadic at best and the current market lacks suitable alternatives without hospitalization.
June 10, 2021
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