Metacam identifies several meloxicam-based presentations. Products, concentrations and indications must not be transferred from one species to another.
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Palladia in dogs: indication and monitoringLeggi l'articolo ➜Palladia is not a general treatment for all tumours and must not be extended to cats. It is a veterinary oncology treatment that requires monitoring.
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Advocate for dogs and cats: differencesLeggi l'articolo ➜Advocate formulations for dogs and cats are not interchangeable. Concentrations, packs and indications must be treated separately.
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Cardotek Plus and ivermectin: indicationsLeggi l'articolo ➜Cardotek Plus must be described using the composition and indications of the current Italian presentation. It does not contain praziquantel.
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Simparica for dogs: indications and safetyLeggi l'articolo ➜Simparica includes medicines intended for dogs. All information must refer to the exact presentation and its summary of product characteristics.
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NexGard and Frontpro: documented differencesLeggi l'articolo ➜Having the same active substance, afoxolaner, does not automatically make two medicines equivalent. The comparison must follow their respective summaries of product characteristics.
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Apoquel in dogs: indications and monitoringLeggi l'articolo ➜Apoquel is a prescription medicine. The treatment decision, treatment phases and monitoring are the veterinarian’s responsibility.
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Bravecto for dogs: formulations and precautionsLeggi l'articolo ➜The duration and indications of Bravecto vary according to the formulation and parasite. The relevant official document is authoritative for each pack.
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Worms in dogs: signs, tests and preventionLeggi l'articolo ➜Symptoms and visible worms do not always identify the parasite. Home remedies and products chosen without a diagnosis may be ineffective or risky.
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Fireworks: protecting dogs, cats and other animalsLeggi l'articolo ➜Preparation starts before the event: up-to-date identification, a secure environment, earlier walks and an accessible refuge all reduce risks.
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Separation anxiety in dogs: recognising it and seeking helpLeggi l'articolo ➜Destruction, vocalisation or toileting when the owner is absent can have different causes. Video recordings and professional assessment help identify the problem.
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Filariasis in dogs: diagnosis and preventionLeggi l'articolo ➜Dirofilaria immitis and Dirofilaria repens affect different sites and have different implications. Testing and prevention must be planned according to risk.