Product
Info
Allopurinol
is a drug used to decrease the amount of uric acid that is produced
in canines. Although the medication is not approved by the FDA for
use in animals, it is commonly prescribed by veterinarians as off
label use. It is available in 100mg and 300mg tablets.
What
the product cures
Allopurinol
aids in the prevention of bladder, kidney, and urethral stones that
develop due to increased uric acid levels.
Pet
Symptoms
Urolithiasis
is a condition that occurs when stones are formed in a dog’s
urinary tract. Stones that develop with the help of uric acid are
called urate stones and can affect the kidneys, ureters (tubes
connected from bladder to kidneys), and bladder. Not all canines show
signs of illness with the condition, but if there are symptoms, they
are usually related to the urinary tract. Some of these include;
trouble urinating, decreased urine output, bloody urine, whitish
colored urine, and blockage (where the dog is unable to urinate).
Prescription
medication is available to treat the condition as well as help
prevent it from reoccurring. However, the chances of a stone forming
may still be high. Surgery is also necessary when blockage occurs, at
it can lead to serious complications if not treated promptly. Most
vets recommend follow-up tests (radiograph, ultrasound imaging) about
once every 4 months so that the stones can be caught and treated
early on.
Pet
Ailments
High
levels of uric acid in the body can lead to health ailments in dogs
such as; kidney stones, bladder stones, and urethral stones.
Pets
with Ailments
