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Hi. I’m terribly sorry to bother you but I’m currently so overwhelmed the bridge is looking appealing.My cat has CKD/CHF. ER vet said last week he’s anemic (13) and needs a transfusion, which he may or may not survive because it effects the heart.Sai
Using EPO is definitely an option since your cat is so anemic. Over time, some cats will develop resistance but I have had good success with using EPO. Talk to your vet about the exact protocol and if he/she thinks it is an appropriate option for your cat. I am not sure of his kidney values but it definitely might be the best option to improve his anemia and increase his quality of life.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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I have a cat with CKD. He also has anemia and was prescribed darbepoetin. He weights 4kg and I was told to give him 4mcg twice a week. That is a total of 8mcg a week which seems a little too much compared with the guidelines I was able to find on the
Hi and thank you for using Boop by Petco this afternoon. Unfortunately, I cannot provide dosage or dosing information for drugs over the internet for legal reasons. If your veterinarian has prescribed Rysiek to take a certain amount, then I would adhere to your vet's directions. However, if you have specific questions or concerns about the dosing, you may wish to call and discuss this directly with your veterinarian. Best wishes to you and Rysiek!
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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Our young cat (2 yrs) was diagnosed with non-regenerative anemia yesterday, with a hematocrit of 15. Would erythropoietin, by injection, possibly spurs the bone marrow into producing more red blood cells? Would this provide a short-term or long-ter
Hi there. So sorry to hear that Pisces is having this issue. EPO can stimulate red blood cell production and in theory it sounds like a good idea however, it has it's own side effects and some are very serious. Also EPO is outrageously expensive so it is not a very cost effective treatment. Most cats will do well with blood transfusions and treating the underlying cause of the anemia (if one can be found). I hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions you are welcome to post again. Best wishes!
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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My vet has recommended me to give eprex 2000 iu injection 0.1 ml to him every 4th day . he is severally anemic because of CKD . His creatinine has become very high now . So as this injection is very expensive in my country and it's 0.5 ml in a inject
This is from the manufacturer's website with regards to storing Eprex: Store at 2°C to 8°C. Do not freeze or shake. This temperature range should be closely maintained until administration to the patient. Store in original package in order to protect from light. When the product is about to be used, it may be removed from the refrigerator and stored at room temperature (below 25°C) for a maximum single period of seven days. So, if you keep it refrigerated at 2-8C even after opened, it should be OK to use. You could always call the manufacturer (phone number should be on the packaging) to get better council.
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Hello my cat roxy is diagnosed by you with eosinophilic plaque.please can you suggest any steroid and antibiotic names so that I can suggest it to my vet here in India.attaching few of her reports pls check
Hello, thank you for using Boop by Petco. Steroids generally used are Prednisolone or Depo-Medrol. If Steroids can not control the lesions, we often go to Atopica ( cyclosporine ). For the antibiotic, I would start either with the amoxicillin/clauvalonic acid or one of the cephalosporins ( Covenia if available to you). You might also investigate using a hypoallergenic diet for cats, such as one with a novel protein or one made with a hydrolyzed protein. Science Diet & Royal Canin are very popular ones here. Hope this helps. Take care.
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