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Kaolin and pectin are used to treat diarrhoea. They may also be used to relieve the symptoms of an upset stomach and nausea. Occasionally this medication may be used as an adsorbent if the pet…
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Ketoprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent used to relieve pain and inflammation. Your veterinary surgeon may prescribe ketoprofen to reduce pain in arthritis. Ketoprofen blocks the…
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The kidneys remove soluble waste products and help to regulate fluid balance in the body. They also produce erythropoietin, a hormone which controls red blood cell production in the bone marrow.
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Levothyroxine (also called thyroxine) is used to treat low thyroid levels. This medication belongs to the general group of medicines called hormones. It is used to provide replacement thyroid…
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Liquid paraffin is a laxative used for the treatment of constipation. Paraffin in the form of a paste is used for control of 'fur balls/hair balls' in cats. Longhaired cats should be groomed…
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Icterus is the accumulation of yellow pigment in the blood and tissues. It is one of the most dramatic features of liver disease and is clinically recognised as jaundice.
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Products available include: Samylin, Zentonyl, Hepatosyl, Doxion SAMe (S-adenosyl-methionine) is a liver support supplement with antioxidant and detoxifying properties. We use it mainly in…
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These notes are provided to help you understand the diagnosis or possible diagnosis of cancer in your pet. For general information on cancer in pets ask for our handout "What is…
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These notes are provided to help you understand the diagnosis or possible diagnosis of cancer in your pet. For general information on cancer in pets ask for our handout "What is…
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These notes are provided to help you understand the diagnosis or possible diagnosis of cancer in your pet. For general information on cancer in pets ask for our handout "What is…