Pain Management
Grapiprant for Control of Osteoarthritis Pain in Dogs
A non-COX-inhibiting NSAID, grapiprant is a novel drug for treatment of osteoarthritic pain in dogs.
Pharmacology
The Use of Capromorelin for the Clinical Problem of Inappetence
Prolonged inappetence can negatively affect patient nutritional status, clinical outcome, and, potentially, survival. Can capromorelin help?
Anesthesiology
Alfaxalone: An Old Drug in a New Formulation
This neuroactive steroid has been used to induce general anesthesia for many years, but only recently has a new formulation with preservatives become available in the United States.
Pharmacology
Mirtazapine in Cats: Dosage, Side Effects, and Efficacy
Mirtazapine is a drug that was initially developed to control nausea but has been shown to be an effective appetite stimulant in cats.
Pharmacology
Telmisartan for Treating Systemic Hypertension
A review of the mechanism of action of the angiotensin II receptor blocker telmisartan; plus, its use in veterinary medicine to date.
Cardiology
Pimobendan and Heart Disease
Pimobendan is a benzimidazole-pyridazinone derivative, labeled for use in dogs to manage congestive heart failure (CHF) resulting from dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) or degenerative mitral valve disease (DMVD) in the United States.
Behavior
Veterinary Behavior Medications: Which Medication, Which Patient?
At the core of state-of-the-art multimodal treatment is smart, rational, and effective use of behavioral medication.
Pharmacology
Use of Antibiotics for Treating UTIs in Dogs and Cats
Understanding drug PK/PD and potential alterations in the animal’s metabolism/excretion of the drug can help increase the likelihood of successful treatment.