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What is Dorzolamide? Dorzolamide is a prescription eye medi ... Read more

What is Dorzolamide? Dorzolamide is a prescription eye medication for cats and dogs. It is used to treat glaucoma or to prevent glaucoma when glaucoma is already present in the other eye. Who is it for? Dorzolamide is for cats and dogs. What are the benefits? Prescription eye (ophthalmic) medication for cats and dogs Dorzolamide is used for the treatment or prevention of glaucoma Convenient dropper bottle for easy administration Dorzolamide is used in the eye as a treatment for glaucoma. Dorzolamide may be used in the unaffected eye to prevent glaucoma when glaucoma is already present in the other eye. Convenient dropper bottle. How does Dorzolamide work? Dorzolamide works by reducing the production of aqueous humour, the fluid within the eye. This decreases the pressure in the eyeball. Is there a generic equivalent available? Dorzolamide is the generic equivalent of Trusopt. How is it given? Dorzolamide is applied in the eyes. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. If discharge is present, the area should be cleansed with a sterile eyewash solution prior to applying the solution. Shake the solution well before using. When applying the ophthalmic solution, place one hand under and around your pet's chin and lift upward, so the pet's eyes are looking towards the ceiling. Rest your other hand on top of the pet's head. Squeeze the drops into the corner of the eye, taking care not to touch the dropper to the eye surface. Continue to hold the head back for a moment while the drops disperse over the whole eye surface. Take care not to touch the tip of the tube or dropper to the pet's eye, lids, or eyelashes. Do not touch the inside of the cap, the dropper, or tube tip with your fingers, as this will also contaminate the medication. Always wash your hands before and after applying this medication. If you are applying more than one medication to the eye, allow five minutes between applications so one medication is not washed out by the next. Be sure not to interchange the caps of the medications. What results can I expect? Dorzolamide will not cure glaucoma but it can help alleviate the symptoms and prevent glaucoma in the "good" eye when the other eye already has been diagnosed with glaucoma. Symptoms will recur if Dorzolamide is discontinued. What form(s) does it come in? Ophthalmic Solution. Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. Minimize

What are Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Drops? -Cyclosporine ophth ... Read more

What are Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Drops? -Cyclosporine ophthalmic drops are a form of an immune-suppressing medication commonly prescribed for the treatment of keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye) and chronic superficial keratitis. Who is it for? - Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Drops are for dogs and cats. What are the benefits? Treats dry eye and chronic superficial keratitis Safe to use over extended periods Convenient dropper bottle Cyclosporine ophthalmic drops are used in the eye to treat keratoconjunctivits (KCS, 'dry eye') and chronic superficial keratitis in dogs. Usually KCS requires lifetime treatment. How does Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Drops work? Cyclosporine modifies the immune response and stimulates the production of tears. Is there a generic equivalent available? A generic commercial preparation is not available. How is it given? -Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty applying the medication, contact your veterinarian. If discharge is present, the area should be cleansed with a sterile eyewash solution prior to applying Cyclosporine ophthalmic drops. Shake the solution well before using. Place one hand under and around your pet's chin and lift upward, so the pet's eyes are looking towards the ceiling. Rest your other hand, holding the bottle, on top of the pet's head. Be sure the tip of the bottle is pointed away from your pet's eye so if your pet jerks, the tip will not injure the eye. Hold the bottle about one inch from the eye. Squeeze the drops into the corner of the eye, taking care not to touch the dropper to the eye surface. Continue to hold the head back for a moment while the drops disperse over the whole eye surface. Always wash your hands before and after applying this medication. If you are applying more than one medication to the eye, allow 5 minutes between applications so one medication is not washed out by the next. Be sure not to interchange the caps of the medications. This medication should only be given to the pet for whom it was prescribed. What results can I expect? Several days to a few weeks of therapy may be needed before an improvement in the condition is seen. What form(s) does it come in? -Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Drops are compounded in a corn oil base. Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. Minimize

What are Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Drops? -Cyclosporine ophth ... Read more

What are Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Drops? -Cyclosporine ophthalmic drops are a form of an immune-suppressing medication commonly prescribed for the treatment of keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye) and chronic superficial keratitis. Who is it for? - Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Drops are for dogs and cats. What are the benefits? Treats dry eye and chronic superficial keratitis Safe to use over extended periods Convenient dropper bottle Cyclosporine ophthalmic drops are used in the eye to treat keratoconjunctivits (KCS, 'dry eye') and chronic superficial keratitis in dogs. Usually KCS requires lifetime treatment. How does Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Drops work? Cyclosporine modifies the immune response and stimulates the production of tears. Is there a generic equivalent available? A generic commercial preparation is not available. How is it given? -Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty applying the medication, contact your veterinarian. If discharge is present, the area should be cleansed with a sterile eyewash solution prior to applying Cyclosporine ophthalmic drops. Shake the solution well before using. Place one hand under and around your pet's chin and lift upward, so the pet's eyes are looking towards the ceiling. Rest your other hand, holding the bottle, on top of the pet's head. Be sure the tip of the bottle is pointed away from your pet's eye so if your pet jerks, the tip will not injure the eye. Hold the bottle about one inch from the eye. Squeeze the drops into the corner of the eye, taking care not to touch the dropper to the eye surface. Continue to hold the head back for a moment while the drops disperse over the whole eye surface. Always wash your hands before and after applying this medication. If you are applying more than one medication to the eye, allow 5 minutes between applications so one medication is not washed out by the next. Be sure not to interchange the caps of the medications. This medication should only be given to the pet for whom it was prescribed. What results can I expect? Several days to a few weeks of therapy may be needed before an improvement in the condition is seen. What form(s) does it come in? -Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Drops are compounded in a corn oil base. Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. Minimize

What is Spironolactone/HCTZ? Spironolactone/HCTZ is a diure ... Read more

What is Spironolactone/HCTZ? Spironolactone/HCTZ is a diuretic, which means it helps the body get rid of excess fluid. It is used to treat congestive heart failure in dogs and cats. It is a prescription "water pill" that is also used to treat fluid in the abdomen. Spironolactone/HCTZ tablets are often prescribed when the pet does not respond to other diuretics. Who is it for? Spironolactone/HCTZ is for dogs and cats. What are the benefits? Prescription combination medication for treatment of congestive heart failure Contains the prescription diuretics spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazide Treats conditions associated with excess fluid in the body, including ascites (fluid in the abdomen) Spironolactone/HCTZ tablets contain the active ingredients spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazide. Spironolactone/HCTZ is prescribed for the treatment of congestive heart failure and ascites (fluid in the abdomen). This combination is often used when the pet does not respond to other diuretics. How does Spironolactone/HCTZ work? Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazide are prescription diuretics (water pills). Diuretics are agents which increase the excretion of water in the urine, ridding the body of excess fluid. Is there a generic equivalent available? This is a generic medication. How is it given? Spironolactone/HCTZ tablets are given by mouth. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. This medication should only be given to the pet for whom it was prescribed. What results can I expect? Spironolactone/HCTZ will not cure a disease, but will help manage the symptoms. Spironolactone/HCTZ will start to have an effect within hours of being taken. The effect is short-lived, however, and the drug must consistently be given according to your veterinarian's directions to have the full effect. What form(s) does it come in? Tablet. Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. Minimize

What is Gabapentin? Gabapentin is used for the treatment pa ... Read more

What is Gabapentin? Gabapentin is used for the treatment pain in dogs and cats. It may also be used in the treatment of seizure disorders. Who is it for? Gabapentin is for multiple species including dogs and cats. What are the benefits? Medication for the treatment pain, especially chronic pain Gabapentin can also be used to treat seizures Available in two prescription strengths in tablet or capsule form Gabapentin is used for the treatment of seizure disorders. Gabapentin is in a class of drugs called anticonvulsants and may also used to relieve chronic pain. How does Gabapentin work? Gabapentin treats seizure disorders by means of anticonvulsive activity. The exact mechanism involved In the prevention of seizures and nerve pain is unknown. Is there a generic equivalent available? Gabapentin is a generic medication. How is it given? Gabapentin is given by mouth. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. This medication should only be given to the pet for whom it was prescribed. What results can I expect? Gabapentin will take effect within hours. However, for the best results, multiple doses need to be given. What form(s) does it come in? Tablet or capsule. Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. Minimize

What is Dexamethasone Ophthalmic Solution? Dexamethasone op ... Read more

What is Dexamethasone Ophthalmic Solution? Dexamethasone ophthalmic solution is a corticosteroid medication indicated for the treatment of steroid responsive inflammatory conditions in the eyes. Who is it for? Dexamethasone is for dogs and cats. What are the benefits? Decreases inflammation in the eye Convenient easy-dose dropper bottle Lessens burning and redness Dexamethasone ophthalmic solution is prescribed to decrease inflammation due to conditions such as conjunctivitis (inflammation of the lining of the lids) and some types of keratitis (inflammation of the cornea). How does Dexamethasone Ophthalmic Solution work? It is a synthetic corticosteroid that that blocks the production of substances that trigger allergic and inflammatory actions. Is there a generic equivalent available? Dexamethasone ophthalmic solution is a generic medication. How is it given? Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty applying the medication, contact your veterinarian. If discharge is present, the area should be cleansed with a sterile eyewash solution prior to applying Dexamethasone ophthalmic solution. Shake the solution well before using. Place one hand under and around your pet's chin and lift upward, so the pet's eyes are looking towards the ceiling. Rest your other hand, holding the bottle, on top of the pet's head. Be sure the tip of the bottle is pointed away from your pet's eye so if your pet jerks, the tip will not injure the eye. Hold the bottle about one inch from the eye. Squeeze the drops into the corner of the eye, taking care not to touch the dropper to the eye surface. Continue to hold the head back for a moment while the drops disperse over the whole eye surface. Always wash your hands before and after applying this medication. If you are applying more than one medication to the eye, allow 5 minutes between applications so one medication is not washed out by the next. Be sure not to interchange the caps of the medications. This medication should only be given to the pet for whom it was prescribed. What results can I expect? Dexamethasone ophthalmic solution should help decrease eye inflammation (redness). If doses are missed or the entire treatment regimen is not completed, your pet's symptoms could recur or worsen. Consult your veterinarian if your pet's condition does not improve or worsens after beginning treatment with Dexamethasone ophthalmic solution. What form(s) does it come in? Ophthalmic Solution Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. Minimize

What is Gabapentin? Gabapentin is used for the treatment pa ... Read more

What is Gabapentin? Gabapentin is used for the treatment pain in dogs and cats. It may also be used in the treatment of seizure disorders. Who is it for? Gabapentin is for multiple species including dogs and cats. What are the benefits? Medication for the treatment pain, especially chronic pain Gabapentin can also be used to treat seizures Available in two prescription strengths in tablet or capsule form Gabapentin is used for the treatment of seizure disorders. Gabapentin is in a class of drugs called anticonvulsants and may also used to relieve chronic pain. How does Gabapentin work? Gabapentin treats seizure disorders by means of anticonvulsive activity. The exact mechanism involved In the prevention of seizures and nerve pain is unknown. Is there a generic equivalent available? Gabapentin is a generic medication. How is it given? Gabapentin is given by mouth. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. This medication should only be given to the pet for whom it was prescribed. What results can I expect? Gabapentin will take effect within hours. However, for the best results, multiple doses need to be given. What form(s) does it come in? Tablet or capsule. Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. Minimize