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Methimazole - 5 mg, 10 mg - Single Tablet

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  1. Product Methimazole - 5 mg, 10 mg - Single Tablet
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DESCRIPTION:

Methimazole Tablets treat hyperthyroidism in cats. Veterinarians use this drug to treat overactive thyroid conditions. It does not cure the condition, but it is an effective treatment option.

Key Benefits:

  • Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland overproduces thyroid hormone.
  • Methimazole works by controlling or inhibiting the production of this hormone, reducing the symptoms of hyperthyroidism.

    Formulated For: For cats only.

    How is Medication Given?

  • This drug is intended as a lifelong treatment. Without it, the animal's symptoms will resume.
  • Blood testing should be repeated at 3- to 4-week intervals until an appropriate maintenance dosage is determined. Thereafter, blood testing should take place every 3 to 6 months.
  • Typical recommended dosage rate for cats is 5 mg every 8 to 12 hours.
  • This drugs is not approved by the FDA for animal use, but it is frequently prescribed by veterinarians for use in cats.

    What Results Can I Expect? Methimazole:

  • Treats the symptoms of hyperthyroidism
  • Provides protection for the kidneys of cats treated with cisplatin chemotherapy
  • Useful before thyroid surgery or radioactive iodine therapy
  • Offers rapid results
  • Prevents organ damage, heart enlargement, and heart failure

    What Form Does Medication Come In? Tablet

    Dose and Administration: Tablets are sold individually in strengths of 5 mg and 10 mg.

    Possible Side Effects: Most side effects related to Methimazole use are seen within the first few months of treatment, and they are typically reduced by beginning with a lower dose and gradually increasing the dose over a few months. If you observe any of the following side effects in your cat, or if you observe any other signs, consult your veterinarian:

  • Liver problems (indicated by facial itch and subsequent scratching and/or bleeding, dark urine, yellow gums, yellow skin, yellow eyes, lethargy, decreased appetite, or vomiting)
  • Decreased appetite
  • Vomiting
  • Lethargy
  • Undiagnosed kidney disease signs
  • Myasthenia gravis (severe muscle weakness or difficult swallowing), in rare cases
  • Drowsiness
  • Fever of 103 degrees F or more
  • Bruising
  • Bleeding

    Precautions: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are nursing, handle these tablets and the litter or bodily fluids of treated cats with gloves only.

    Storage Recommendations: Do not expose to light or heat, keep at room temperatures and in a container with a tight lid.

    In Case of Overdose: Call your nearest animal hospital.

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