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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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Maropitant is an anti-emetic (stops vomiting). Your veterinary surgeon may prescribe maropitant to stop vomiting due to gastritis, chemotherapy and also travel sickness. Maropitant acts in the…

  • Meloxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent used to relieve pain and inflammation. Your veterinary surgeon may prescribe meloxicam to reduce pain in arthritis. Meloxicam blocks the…

  • Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid used to treat inflammatory and allergic conditions. There may be other conditions for which your veterinary surgeon may prescribe this medication.…

  • Metoclopramide may be used to relieve the symptoms of vomiting and gastro-oesophageal reflux. This medication may be used for other conditions as determined by your veterinary surgeon.…

  • Metronidazole is a synthetic antibacterial and antiprotozoal agent. It is used to treat infections such as gingivitis, wound infections, and giardiasis. Giardiasis can potentially be…

  • Milbemycin is used for control of internal parasites. Your veterinary surgeon has prescribed this medication for the prevention of heartworm infection. Milbemycin kills immature stages of the…