Veterinary Medication
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What is the common dosage of loratadine (Claritin) for animals?

  • 1mg/lb
  • 5-10mg PO Q12H
  • 5-10mg PO Q24H (correct)
  • 10-15mg PO Q24H

    • What is the most common use of antihistamines in animals?

  • Treatment of heartworm disease
  • Control of blood sugar levels
  • Treatment of bacterial infections
  • Sedation for travel and prevention of motion sickness (correct)

    • What are the most common side effects of diphenhydramine HCL (Benadryl) in animals?

  • Increased appetite
  • Decreased heart rate
  • Hair loss
  • Sedation and drowsiness (correct)

    • What is the most common side effect of cetirizine (Zyrtec) in animals?

    <p>Dry mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it advised not to give aspirin to animals?

    <p>It is not advised due to potential side effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which species of animals find cetirizine (Zyrtec) to taste terrible and may foam at the mouth?

    <p>Cats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common use of antihistamines as an adjunctive treatment in animals?

    <p>To control tremors associated with organophosphate or carbamate toxicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common side effect of diphenhydramine HCL (Benadryl) in cats?

    <p>Tastes terrible, cats will foam at the mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of antihistamines in animals?

    <p>To block histamines and induce sedation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common dosage of diphenhydramine HCL (Benadryl) for animals?

    <p>1mg/lb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the preferred drug for antitussive therapy in cats?

    <p>Butorphanol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dose of thyroid supplementation for dogs?

    <p>0.02mg/kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is commonly used to treat hyperadrenocorticism in dogs?

    <p>Mitotane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why must cats have prednisolone instead of prednisone?

    <p>Liver cannot convert prednisone to prednisolone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dose of phenobarbital for anticonvulsant therapy in dogs?

    <p>5mg/kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which anticonvulsant medication does not require blood monitoring?

    <p>Levetiracetam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is oral tramadol now typically only used in conjunction with an NSAID?

    <p>It has become less effective in dogs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dose of gabapentin for sedation in cats?

    <p>3mg/kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the safe dose of Tylenol #3 (acetaminophen + codeine) for use in animals?

    <p>200-250mg per dog</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is specifically mentioned as being used for chronic osteoarthritis pain?

    <p>Amantadine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is indicated for preventing PTE/thromboembolic disease associated with ITP, IMHA, and cardiac disease in dogs?

    <p>Aspirin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication has specific guidelines for use in cats and dogs?

    <p>Aspirin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of medication is commonly used but not FDA regulated for animals?

    <p>Glucosamine/chondroitin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antibiotic is commonly used in veterinary medicine and has common gastrointestinal side effects and specific drug-related risks?

    <p>Metronidazole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is a commonly used cardiovascular drug for animals?

    <p>Amlodipine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which topical medication has specific cautions for use in cats and exotic species?

    <p>Neosporin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is unsafe for use in animals despite being marketed for dogs?

    <p>Doggy aspirin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used for urinary pain control in animals?

    <p>Loperamide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used for appetite stimulation in veterinary medicine?

    <p>Appetite stimulants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is indicated for use in cats and dogs, but has specific cautions for use in cats and exotic species?

    <p>Neosporin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of amantadine in veterinary medicine?

    <p>Chronic osteoarthritis pain in dogs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is prednisolone preferred over prednisone in cats?

    <p>Cats have a lower ability to convert prednisone to prednisolone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used for appetite stimulation in veterinary medicine?

    <p>Amantadine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dose of levetiracetam (Keppra) for anticonvulsant therapy?

    <p>30mg/kg BID to TID</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common side effect of phenobarbital in dogs for anticonvulsant therapy?

    <p>PU/PD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of oral tramadol in animals now?

    <p>Analgesia in dogs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the safe dose of gabapentin for sedation in cats?

    <p>Up to 100mg per cat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common use of butorphanol in veterinary medicine?

    <p>Antitussive therapy in cats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used to treat hyperadrenocorticism in dogs?

    <p>Mitotane (Lysodren)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dose of zonisamide for anticonvulsant therapy?

    <p>2.2mg/kg BID (up to 5mg/kg)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common dosage of cetirizine (Zyrtec) for animals?

    <p>5-10mg PO Q24H</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common side effect of diphenhydramine HCL (Benadryl) in cats?

    <p>Hypersalivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common use of antihistamines as an adjunctive treatment in animals?

    <p>To control tremors associated with organophosphate or carbamate toxicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dose of gabapentin for sedation in cats?

    <p>5-10mg PO Q24H</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is indicated for use in cats and dogs, but has specific cautions for use in cats and exotic species?

    <p>Diphenhydramine HCL (Benadryl)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the safe dose of Tylenol #3 (acetaminophen + codeine) for use in animals?

    <p>0.5-2mg/lb PO Q12H</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is unsafe for use in animals despite being marketed for dogs?

    <p>Aspirin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common use of antihistamines in animals?

    <p>To treat allergic reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common use of antihistamines as an adjunctive treatment in animals?

    <p>To control tremors associated with organophosphate or carbamate toxicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dose of loratadine (Claritin) for animals?

    <p>5-10mg PO Q24H</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern with using aspirin for dogs?

    <p>It can lead to gastrointestinal ulceration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is unsafe for use in animals despite being marketed for dogs?

    <p>Doggy aspirin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for using aspirin in dogs?

    <p>Preventing thromboembolic disease associated with certain conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications have specific guidelines for use in cats and dogs?

    <p>Acetaminophen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of medication is commonly used but not FDA regulated for animals?

    <p>Glucosamine/chondroitin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antibiotic is commonly used in veterinary medicine and has common gastrointestinal side effects and specific drug-related risks?

    <p>Amoxicillin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a commonly used cardiovascular drug for animals?

    <p>Amlodipine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is indicated for use in cats and dogs, but has specific cautions for use in cats and exotic species?

    <p>Neosporin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used for urinary pain control in animals?

    <p>Loperamide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is commonly used but not FDA regulated for animals?

    <p>Glucosamine/chondroitin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Veterinary Medication Overview

    • Aspirin for dogs carries a high risk of GI ulceration, even at "safe" doses
    • Doggy aspirin is marketed, but still unsafe for use in animals
    • Aspirin is indicated only for preventing PTE/thromboembolic disease associated with ITP, IMHA, and cardiac disease
    • NSAIDs like acetaminophen and ibuprofen have specific guidelines for use in cats and dogs
    • Commonly used GI drugs for animals include Miralax, canned pumpkin, loperamide, and Pepto Bismol
    • Topical medications like Neosporin and hydrocortisone have specific cautions for use in cats and exotic species
    • Glucosamine/chondroitin and fish oils are commonly used but not FDA regulated for animals
    • Most commonly used classes of medications in veterinary medicine include antibiotics, ocular, cardiac, immunosuppressive, respiratory, appetite stimulants, endocrine, anti-fungals, anti-convulsants, urinary pain control, anti-nausea, and behavioral modification
    • Antibiotics like amoxicillin, clindamycin, and metronidazole are commonly used in veterinary medicine
    • Antibiotics have common gastrointestinal side effects and specific drug-related risks
    • Common cardiovascular drugs for animals include amlodipine, ACE inhibitors, clopidogrel, digoxin, and diltiazem
    • Pimobendan, lidocaine, and sildenafil are also used as cardiovascular drugs in animals

    Veterinary Medication Overview

    • Aspirin for dogs carries a high risk of GI ulceration, even at "safe" doses
    • Doggy aspirin is marketed, but still unsafe for use in animals
    • Aspirin is indicated only for preventing PTE/thromboembolic disease associated with ITP, IMHA, and cardiac disease
    • NSAIDs like acetaminophen and ibuprofen have specific guidelines for use in cats and dogs
    • Commonly used GI drugs for animals include Miralax, canned pumpkin, loperamide, and Pepto Bismol
    • Topical medications like Neosporin and hydrocortisone have specific cautions for use in cats and exotic species
    • Glucosamine/chondroitin and fish oils are commonly used but not FDA regulated for animals
    • Most commonly used classes of medications in veterinary medicine include antibiotics, ocular, cardiac, immunosuppressive, respiratory, appetite stimulants, endocrine, anti-fungals, anti-convulsants, urinary pain control, anti-nausea, and behavioral modification
    • Antibiotics like amoxicillin, clindamycin, and metronidazole are commonly used in veterinary medicine
    • Antibiotics have common gastrointestinal side effects and specific drug-related risks
    • Common cardiovascular drugs for animals include amlodipine, ACE inhibitors, clopidogrel, digoxin, and diltiazem
    • Pimobendan, lidocaine, and sildenafil are also used as cardiovascular drugs in animals

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