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Butorphanol is an opioid analgesic used to relieve pain in your pet after a surgical operation. Your veterinary surgeon will administer the drug by injection for pain control.Opioid drugs also…
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Calcium is a mineral that is found in small quantities throughout the body. It plays an important role in many physical functions such as muscle contraction, transmission of nerve impulses, blood clotting and bone growth.
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These notes are provided to help you understand the diagnosis or possible diagnosis of cancer or other conditions which may be confused with cancer in your pet. For general information on…
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Various forms of calcium are available for supplementation. Calcium bound to lactate, citrate, ascorbate, and other organic acids appears more easily and completely absorbed than inorganic…
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Because cancers of different cell origin (see our handout "What is Cancer?") respond differently to treatment, and because valuable information on the probable outcome can be gained…
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When cancer is diagnosed in a pet continuous improvements in our knowledge and new and evolving methods of treatment give options to owners and their veterinarians. These notes are provided to…
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Carnitine (L-cartinine) is an amino acid (protein building block) that the body uses to turn fat into energy. Specifically, carnitine is required for transporting long chain fatty acids and…
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Carprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve pain and inflammation. Your veterinary surgeon may prescribe carprofen to reduce pain in arthritis or following surgical…
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Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is formed within the brain. It circulates through the spaces both within and surrounding the brain.
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Chamomile (Matricaria recutia, Chamomilla recutita) is commonly used in human herbal medicine as a mild sedative, anti-inflammatory (especially of the gut) and as a spasm relieving…