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Thiamine (Vitamin B1) is used both as an injectable drug and an oral vitamin supplement to prevent or treat thiamine deficiency in various species, including dogs, cats, horses, cattle, small ruminants, and pigs.
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Topical omega-3 fatty acids are found in various skin support products for pets to promote a healthy skin and coat in dogs, cats, small mammals, and horses. These products, such as Dermoscent® Atop 7®, are often used in combination with omega-6 fatty acids to enhance overall health and reduce inflammation. They can also help decrease itching associated with certain skin diseases.
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Triamcinolone acetonide is given by mouth or injection and is used on and off label in dogs, cats, and horses to treat Addison’s disease, inflammatory conditions, and immune-mediated diseases, among others. Give as directed.
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Tropicamide ophthalmic (brand names: Mydriacyl®, Paremyd®) is a medication used to dilate the pupils of the eye. It is particularly useful for examining the back of the eye and for preventing scar tissue formation after cataract surgery.
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Ursodiol is given by mouth and is used off label to treat gallbladder and biliary liver diseases in dogs, cats, horses, and birds. Give as directed by your veterinarian.
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Vitamin A is an essential nutrient used to supplement animals with vitamin A deficiency. It is used in all species to prevent or treat low vitamin A levels. It may be used off label in dogs to treat certain skin conditions, such as sebaceous adenitis, vitamin A-responsive dermatosis, and primary seborrhea.
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Vitamin B complex injectable is a solution containing multiple forms of Vitamin B, which are used together to prevent or treat Vitamin B deficiencies. These vitamins promote good overall health for your pet and regulate certain processes in the body. Vitamin B complex injectable comes as a solution for injection either under the skin or into the muscle.
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Vitamin E and selenium are essential nutrients with antioxidant properties that work together to prevent oxidative damage and support the immune system. They are used in animals to treat skin diseases, liver disease, cognitive dysfunction, and dietary deficiencies.
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Voriconazole is given by mouth or injection and is used off label to treat fungal infections in dogs, cats, horses, birds, and reptiles. Side effects are not well-known but may include vomiting, diarrhea, or decreased appetite.
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Wei Qi Booster is an herbal blend used in traditional Chinese veterinary medicine (TCVM) for general weakness, fatigue, poor appetite, weight loss in older animals, chronic viral infections, cancer, and many other conditions in which the immune system needs support. It can be used in dogs, cats, and horses.