Commonly Used Small Animal Parasite and GI Meds Flashcards
What are cestode parasiticides?
Praziquantel, Epsiprantel, Fenbendazole
What are nematode parasiticides licensed for dogs?
Fenbendazole, Pyrantel, Milbemycin, Moxidectin, Praziquantel
What are nematode parasiticides licensed in cats?
Moxidectin, Selemectin, Emodepside
Which cestode parasiticide is not licensed for cats?
Fenbendazole
What is the brand name for Fenbendazole?
Panacur
What is the brand name for Pyrantel pamoate?
Strongid
What spot on treatment for cats contains Selemectin?
Revolution
What is the brand name for Sulfadimethoxine used to treat coccidiosis?
Albon
What side effects can Sulfadimethoxine have?
KCS, BM suppression, hypersensitivity
What is the MoA of Famotidine?
H2 receptor antagonist
What drug is used in a variety of GI cases to reduce acid production?
Famotidine
What drug is used as a stool softener and can also be used in hepatic encephalopathy cases?
Lactulose
What is the MoA of lactulose?
Laxative and ammonia reduces
What is the MoA of maropitant?
Antiemetic, NK1 receptor antagonist, blocks substance P
What is the brand name for Maropitant?
Cerenia