Amlodipine What is this medication? Amlodipine is a medication is often used for systemic hypertension in both cats and dogs. It works by blocking calcium channels in different types of muscles which result in a reduction of blood pressure. Why...
Baytril (Enrofloxacin) What is this medication? Baytril is a broad‑spectrum antibiotic from a group of drugs called fluoroquinolones. They are effective against a variety of gram negative and positive pathogens, however ineffective against anaerobes. It works by interfering with bacterial...
Onsior (Robenacoxib) What is Onsior?Onsior (robenacoxib) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used in veterinary medicine for dogs and cats. It is commonly used for post operative pain and musculoskeletal pain such as osteoarthritis. Onsior works by selectively inhibiting COX-2 enzymes,...
What is Carprofen? Carprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used in veterinary medicine, most commonly for dogs. It helps reduce pain, inflammation, and fever.It works by inhibiting COX enzymes which are involved in producing inflammatory chemicals in the body....
What is benazepril? Why was it prescribed to my pet?Benazepril is a medication that acts on blood vessels to relax them, thereby lowering blood pressure. It is used to treat high blood pressure associated with conditions such as heart failure...
What You Need to Know About Pimobendan (Vetmedin, Cardisure) What is pimobendan? Why was it prescribed to my pet? Pimobendan is a medication prescribed to slow the progression of several heart diseases, most commonly mitral valve disease (MVD). Pimobendan primarily...
What is gabapentin? Why was it prescribed to my pet?Gabapentin is a medication most often prescribed to treat chronic pain from various causes, including cancer, arthritis and conditions affecting the nervous system. Gabapentin is sometimes also used as an anti-seizure...
We’ve all seen it on TV – all of a sudden, a person collapses, froths at the mouth, and thrashes uncontrollably on the floor. Seizures are a scary topic to discuss without a doubt, but understanding these intimidating episodes is...
In this new article series, we’ll discuss some of the most common medications prescribed by veterinarians in Singapore. We’ll cover the diseases they treat, common side effects, storage, safety and other useful tips. What is furosemide? Why was it prescribed...
Chronic Kidney Issues in Dogs and Cats Chronic kidney failure is a very common disease in older cats and dogs. Read on to learn about chronic kidney failure and how you can care for pets with this condition.Overview of kidney...
You are probably aware that pets can have seizures, and you may want to learn about the signs of seizures so that you can identify them in your beloved furkids. Read on to learn what seizures are, how to recognise...
Ever had a cat that was all wonderful then suddenly went off the rails? Is your cat currently exhibiting strange behaviour that was previously not present? Read on! Hyperthyroidism & Diabetes If your cat is bouncing off the walls, with...
