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Fluoxetine is given by mouth and is used on and off label to treat various behavioral conditions. Common side effects include sleepiness and decreased appetite. If a negative reaction occurs, call your veterinary office.
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Fluralaner (brand name Bravecto®) is given by mouth or applied topically to treat and prevent flea and tick infestations in dogs and cats. It is sometimes used off label to treat sarcoptic mange, demodectic mange, or ear mites in dogs and cats. It is also sometimes used for skin and ear mites in rabbits and hedgehogs.
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Fluticasone propionate (Flovent) is commonly used off label to treat asthma and other chronic tracheobronchial diseases. It is administered as an inhaled medication via an aerosol canister and a delivery device. Side effects are uncommon but include upper airway irritation or infection. This medication should not be used during an acute bronchospasm.
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Folic acid (also known as folate or folacin) is a B vitamin (B9) used to treat folic acid deficiency in dogs, cats, horses, and other species. Folic acid is necessary for normal metabolic functions such as DNA synthesis and red blood cell production.
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Fortetropin is a proprietary bioactive compound derived from chicken egg yolk used to help maintain healthy muscle and reduce muscle loss due to aging, injury, or surgery. It is used in cats and dogs. Fortetropin comes in powder form to be given orally. Avoid in pets allergic to eggs or chicken.
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Frunevetmab is a formulation of feline anti-nerve growth factor (anti-NGF) antibodies used to control osteoarthritis pain and used only in cats. This medication is given by an injection under the skin, usually at the veterinary clinic.
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Furosemide is given by mouth or injection and is used on and off label to treat many conditions, including congestive heart failure and fluid retention. Common side effects include increased urination, diarrhea, or constipation. Do not use in pets that are allergic to it or in those that are unable to make urine.
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Gabapentin (brand names: Neurontin®, Aclonium®, Equipax®, Gantin®, Gabarone®, Gralise®, Neurostil®, Progresse®) is an anti-seizure and pain medication that is used with other medications to treat seizures and chronic pain, primarily nerve pain, in dogs and cats. It has also been used in cats to treat fear and anxiety associated with veterinary visits. It is given by mouth in the form of a capsule, tablet, or compounded liquid.
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Ganciclovir ophthalmic is a topical antiviral drug used to treat herpes virus eye infections (herpes keratitis) in cats, horses, and other animals. Ganciclovir ophthalmic comes in ointment gel form.
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Gatifloxacin ophthalmic is a topical antibiotic used to treat bacterial eye infections in cats, dogs, and other animals. This medication is used off label in veterinary medicine. Gatifloxacin ophthalmic comes in liquid drop suspension form.