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Pet medicines, decoded

What each medicine does, how it is given and the warnings worth knowing. Always confirm dosage with your vet.

79 medicines

0.9% Sodium chloride

0.9% Sodium chloride is a sterile solution used for hydration and electrolyte balance in pets.

crystalloid solutionotherdogcat

Activated Charcoal

Activated charcoal is an emergency antidote used to treat poisoning in pets by adsorbing toxins in the gastrointestinal tract.

Adsorbent antidoteotherdogcat

Albuterol

Rx

Albuterol is a bronchodilator used in pets to treat asthma and other respiratory conditions.

bronchodilatorotherdogcat

Allopurinol

Rx

Allopurinol is used to treat gout and kidney stones in pets by reducing uric acid levels.

Xanthine oxidase inhibitorotherdogscats

Anthraquinone

Anthraquinone is a laxative used for treating constipation in pets. Always consult a vet before use.

laxativeotherdogcat

Atropine

Rx

Atropine is used for heart rate management and pupil dilation in pets.

anticholinergicotherdogcat

Atropine sulfate

Rx

Atropine sulfate is an anticholinergic used to treat various conditions in pets, including organophosphate poisoning.

anticholinergicotherdogcat

Benzoyl Peroxide Shampoo

Benzoyl Peroxide Shampoo treats skin conditions in pets. Consult a vet before use.

antiseborrheicotherdogcat

Betadine (Povidone iodine)

Betadine is a broad-spectrum topical antiseptic used to prevent and treat skin infections in pets through its antimicrobial properties.

Topical antisepticotherdogcat

Bromhexine

Rx

Bromhexine is a mucolytic used in pets to aid respiratory conditions by thinning mucus.

mucolytic agentotherdogcat

Bupropion

Rx

Bupropion is used in pets to manage anxiety and depression. Consult a vet for proper use.

aminoketone antidepressantotherdogcat

Calcium disodium EDTA

Rx

Calcium disodium EDTA is a chelating agent used to treat metal toxicity in pets.

chelating agentotherdogcat

Carboxymethylcellulose

Carboxymethylcellulose is an ophthalmic lubricant for pets, aiding in dry eye relief and ocular health.

ophthalmic lubricantotherdogcat

Cerenia (Maropitant)

Rx

Cerenia (maropitant) is a prescription antiemetic medication used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting in dogs and cats.

Antiemetic (NK1 receptor antagonist)otherdogcat

Chlorhexidine gluconate 2% solution

Chlorhexidine gluconate 2% solution is a topical antiseptic for pets used to treat skin infections and wounds.

antisepticotherdogcat

Cimetidine

Rx

Cimetidine is used in pets to treat ulcers and acid reflux by reducing stomach acid.

H2 receptor antagonistotherdogcat

Cisapride

Rx

Cisapride is a prokinetic agent for pets, enhancing gut motility. Consult your vet.

Prokinetic agentotherdogcat

Cold and Flu Remedies for Pets

Rx

Veterinary cold and flu remedies provide symptom relief for pets with respiratory infections and upper respiratory tract conditions.

Respiratory symptom relief compoundsotherdogcat

Dental Care Products

Ensure your pet's dental health with top products. Learn about uses, dosage, and side effects.

oral hygieneotherdogcat

Dextran

Rx

Dextran is a plasma volume expander used in pets for shock and fluid support.

colloid plasma volume expanderotherdogcat

Dextrose (Dextrose 50% in water)

Rx

Dextrose 50% in water is a carbohydrate solution used for treating hypoglycemia in pets.

carbohydrate supplementotherdogcat

Dextrose 5% in water

Rx

Dextrose 5% in water provides hydration and energy for pets.

Crystalloid fluidotherdogcat

Dextrose 50%

Dextrose 50% is a carbohydrate solution used to treat hypoglycemia and other conditions in pets.

Carbohydrate solutionotherdogcat

Dextrose injection

Rx

Dextrose injection provides energy and treats hypoglycemia in pets.

Carbohydrate solutionotherdogcat