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Pet Medications and Pain Relief...
At one time or another it may be necessary to treat your dog or cat with pet medications and pain relief, whether for emergencies, all types of inflammation, allergic reactions, and cancer. Diseases causing bone and joint pain and inflammation include arthritis, Lyme Disease, and Canine Hip Dysplasia. Some medications provide immediate pain relief and others help repair joints for long-term relief. Many medications are available over-the-counter and some are available with a prescription only. Any treatment plan for your pet should be done with the oversight of your veterinarian to ensure the best possible care and to help avoid any harmful reactions to the wrong medications or dosage amounts.
Dog and cat pet medications for immediate pain relief include corticosteroids and NSAIDs. Corticosteroids are primarily used in emergency situations to relieve pain and inflammation, control allergic reactions and other life-threatening situations, and cancer treatment. They require a prescription and have serious side effects that makes them undesirable for chronic treatment of painful conditions. NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) are medications that relieve pain, inflammation, and fever. NSAIDs are commonly used for arthritis, eye inflammation, hip and elbow dysplasia, knee ligament injury, knee cap dislocation, and cancer pain. As all medications have the potential of providing benefits and side effects, most NSAIDs require a prescription from a veterinarian to help prevent harm to your pet.
There are also many homeopathic pet medications, arthritis formulas, and pain relief products available for dogs and cats. One such homeopathic pain reliever is Traumeel, which has been recommended by physicians for over 50 years as a safe alternative to anti-inflammatory drugs. It is used to provide temporary relief of minor aches and pains from injuries, sprains, muscle aches and bruises, and arthritis pain and inflammation. Traumeel ointment and tablets are a non-prescription (OTC) product. Many vets recommend keeping Traumeel in your car and home to use for pet emergencies and trauma until you can get to the vet office, such as cuts, sprains, dog or cat fight injuries, or if hit by a car. Although a prescription is not required for homeopathic remedies, sick or injured pets should always be under the care of a veterinarian.