North American Companion Animal Formulary - Updated in the VIN Library!
This online version of the North American Companion Animal Formulary (NACAF) includes over 1900 references to the use of over 950 drugs. The uses and doses of the drugs listed are those established by the Michigan Veterinary Specialists or recommended following a review of contemporary veterinary literature. Wherever possible, veterinary and human drug trade names are indicated.
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Evaluation of a Continuous Glucose Monitoring System in Cats with Diabetes Mellitus
The Medtronic MiniMed CGMS consists of a disposable sensor, which is placed subcutaneously, that is connected via a cable to a pager-sized monitor that stores the data from the sensor.
Home-Monitoring of Blood Glucose in Cats with Diabetes Mellitus: Evaluation Over a 4-Month Period
Blood glucose concentrations in the clinic tended to be lower than at home; some of the differences were significant. No association between tolerance of the procedure and blood glucose concentrations measured at home was found. We, therefore, assume that the lower glucose levels in the hospital were caused by lack of food intake. In 38% of cases, treatment based on hospital curves would have been different from that based on home curves.
Isolation of Malassezia species from Healthy Cats and Cats with Otitis
Malassezia species were cultured from the external ear canals of 63 out of 99 cats with otitis and 12 of 52 (23%) healthy control cats. The rate of isolation in affected animals versus controls was highly significant. Malassezia pachydermatis was isolated as a pure culture in 33 (45.2%) cats, associated with Malassezia globosa and Malassezia furfur in 20 (50%) and 17 (42.5%) animals, respectively.
A Comparison of CAT Doppler and Oscillometric Memoprint Machines for Non-Invasive Blood Pressure Measurement in Conscious Cats
Indirect blood pressure measurements were compared in 28 conscious cats using Doppler and oscillometric blood pressure-measuring devices. When comparing the results obtained by Doppler and oscillometric machines there was no significant difference between mean systolic blood pressure readings, but the oscillometric machine produced significantly higher estimates of diastolic blood pressure. The authors found that a lower reference range for normal systolic blood pressure values should be used for the oscillometric device.
Mirtazapine (Remeron): Appetite Stimulant For Cancer Patients
Great appetite stimulant in cats and dogs and also reduces neuropathic pain as does other tricyclics like amitriptyline.
Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia
Most cases of opioid-induced hyperalgesia involve protracted use of opioids. It's interesting to see how quickly it develops with remifentanil use, though.
Chronic Furunculosis, Atopy In A Dog; Concise Summary Of Work Up For Allergy Suspects
A full workup would be:
1) Scrapes and cytology to assess complicating infections and tx appropriately and assess response.
2) Treat to rule out scabies where appropriate.
3) Excellent flea control.
4) A strict well-conducted food allergy elimination diet trial.
5) After the above, meets the clinical criteria for atopic dermatitis.
6) For young dogs: in vitro or skin testing to identify offending allergens and ASIT where appropriate.
Unusual Rabbit Radiographs: Possible Liver/Kidney Disease
I would bet he has fatty liver due to anorexia. What you are feeding nutritionally is pretty useless for treating this. i would switch to oxbow critical care for herbivores or walkabout farms product. The bunny needs calories and protein it can use to reverse effects of anorexia -- not fructose,etc.
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