Pet Health Articles
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Lime sulfur topical (brand name LimePlus® Dip) is a leave-on agent used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm (dermatophytosis) and topical yeast infections (Malassezia dermatitis) in dogs, cats, and horses. Lime sulfur topical can also be useful in the treatment of several species of skin and fur mites and lice.
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Good management is the key to preventing or controlling the spread of disease. Good management practices aim to keep horses in good condition and in a healthy environment, in order to reduce the risk of introduction and spread of disease, to identify individuals especially at risk and to promote rapid recovery if disease does occur.
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MAXI/GUARD® Oral Cleansing Formula is an oral cleanser for dogs, cats, horses, and exotics. It contains zinc, which has been proven to decrease plaque and gingivitis, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), which has been shown to aid in collagen synthesis, and which may improve gum healing time following oral surgery.
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Medroxyprogesterone acetate (brand names: Provera®, Meprogest®, Proclim®) is a progestin hormone used to treat sexually driven behavior problems in cats, such as male-male aggression, spraying, roaming, and mounting. In dogs, it has been used for conditions including certain dwarfisms, skin conditions, reproductive conditions, and behaviors.
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Melatonin (brand names: Regulin, Circadin) is a hormone supplement commonly used in humans to regulate the sleep cycle. In veterinary medicine, it is used off label to treat a variety of conditions, including sleep and behavior disorders in dogs and cats, non-allergic hair loss (alopecia) in dogs, and adrenal disease in ferrets. It also may be used to suppress the heat cycle (estrus) in cats.
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Methocarbamol (brand names: Robaxin®, Robinax®, Robaximol®) is a muscle relaxant used to reduce muscle spasms associated with inflammation, injury, intervertebral disc disease, and certain toxicities. It is used only in companion animals. It is given by mouth as a tablet.
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Methylprednisolone is given by mouth or injection and is used on and off label in dogs, cats, and horses to treat inflammatory, immune-mediated, and hormonal conditions. Common side effects include increased drinking, urination, and appetite, dull/dry haircoat, and/or weight gain.
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Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a naturally occurring supplement used primarily as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant for conditions such as arthritis and some cancers. MSM is used most often in dogs and horses, although cats may benefit as well.
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Miconazole ophthalmic is an eye medication used to treat fungal infections on the surface of the eye. It is used in dogs, cats, horses, cattle and reptiles. It is only available through compounding pharmacies and should not be confused with other forms of miconazole products meant to be used in humans.
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Microlactin® is a human nutritional supplement that contains a dried milk protein that comes from hyperimmunized cows. It may be recommended to help manage inflammation and support joint health in dogs, cats, and horses. A veterinary-specific product, Duralactin®, is also available.