"Kanefron" is a drug that is used in the treatment of diseases of the urinary system in the acute and chronic stages. Since diseases of the kidneys and genitals are quite common in cats, the veterinarian may prescribe this drug to your pet. But how to use "Kanefron" for cats, we will tell in this article.
What is in the composition?
This drug is exclusively of plant origin, so it is referred to as herbal medicine. "Kanefron" for cats in tablets includes extracts of centaury, lovage officinalis, rosemary leaf and povidone. These components are active substances. The auxiliary products are corn starch, lactose monohydrate and silicon dioxide.
The composition of the liquid "Kanefron" is somewhat different from the composition of the tablet. Active ingredients are centaury grass, lovage root and rosemary leaves. But the auxiliary are water and ethyl alcohol. It is the last component that causes disgust in cats and makes it difficult to take the drug in this form.
How does the drug work?
The instructions for Kanefron for cats indicate its diuretic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effects on the urogenital system of a pet. The drug also helps:
- cleansing of toxins;
- an increase in the amount of urine removed per day;
- restoration of the normal reaction of urine (normally it is slightly acidic);
- reduction of pain in the genitourinary system;
- suppressing the multiplication of infection;
- prevent the appearance of stones in the urinary tract.
What diseases are prescribed?
Instructions for use "Kanefron" for cats says that this drug is used in veterinary medicine relatively recently. Doctors prescribe it as a prophylactic or in combination therapy in conjunction with other drugs.
In the early stages, Kanefron for cats is used to treat diseases such as:
- cystitis (inflammation of the bladder due to bacteria, fungi or viruses);
- pyelonephritis (a complication of cystitis, when the inflammation passes to the kidneys);
- glomerulonephritis (chronic inflammation of the kidneys of a non-infectious nature, which may occur due to trauma or hypothermia);
- urolithiasis (the appearance of stony formations in the genitourinary system).
Who is contraindicated in?
Despite the fact that this drug is of plant origin, it is not possible to give it to all animals. The instructions for use "Kanefron" for cats prescribed contraindications, including:
- peptic ulcer of the stomach and intestines;
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug;
- hepatic and renal failure.
In some situations, taking the drug is allowed, but with special instructions. For example, during the pregnancy of a cat, the drug is prescribed taking into account the benefits and risks to the offspring. If the animal has swelling due to problems with the heart and kidneys, then the use of fluid will be limited. In the presence of concomitant inflammatory processes, the drug is taken only as directed by the veterinarian. With impaired functioning of the kidneys, the medicine is used only in complex therapy.
You should also draw your attention to the fact that taking "Kanefron" can reduce the concentration of attention and the reaction rate of a cat. Therefore, if your pet remains lethargic, inattentive and a little disoriented while taking the drug, then you should not think that the treatment is unsuccessful. In fact, all these symptoms are observed in your pet because of the ethyl alcohol contained in the medicine. Once you stop taking your cat, your behavior will be the same.
Release form - drops
One of the forms of release of this drug is a liquid alcohol solution. It may seem that giving the animal in this form is easier for the animal, but this is not so. Difficulty is caused by the pungent smell of alcohol, which causes disgust in the pet.
The dosage of Kanefron drops for cats is 1-2 drops per 1 kg of weight. The cat needs to take this solution twice a day for a month.
The solution must be diluted with a small amount of water. It is better to give it to an animal from a syringe without a needle. It is also necessary to be careful that the alcohol solution does not get on the mucous membranes of your pet, for example, in the eyes. A concentrated drug can harm a cat.
Tableted "Kanefron"
If the veterinarian prescribed a pill-shaped drug for your pet, then the application process will be slightly different. The tablet product also has a pronounced smell of alcohol, so be prepared for the fact that your ward will not want to drink tablets either.
The dosage of Kanefron tablets for cats also depends on the age of the animal. For young cats, this is a quarter of one pill, and for adult large cats, half of one pill. The duration of the course is also 3-4 weeks when taking tablets twice a day.
A tablet of the drug is placed on the root of the tongue of the animal and allowed to swallow. After that, the cat must be watered abundantly with water.
Do not forget that self-medication is contraindicated not only for people, but also for animals. The optimal dosage of "Kanefron" for cats can only be prescribed by a veterinarian, and then only after analysis and examination of your pet. Therefore, do not rely on luck and treat your little family members yourself.
Side effect of the drug
Like any medicine, the use of "Kanefron" for cats is fraught with the appearance of various side effects. Among them, the most common are:
- allergic reaction (manifested individually);
- nausea and vomiting;
- diarrhea and other intestinal disorders;
- disorders of the nervous system.
If you observe any symptom that did not exist before, or the behavior of your pet has not changed for the better, then you must immediately stop taking the drug and consult your veterinarian. He will be able to determine whether these manifestations are really caused by taking the medicine, and prescribe another drug therapy.
"Kanefron" in chronic renal failure in cats
CRF means "chronic renal failure." This disease affects older cats. It is characterized by irreversible deterioration of the kidney tissue. Among cats that are more than 15 years old, this disease is observed in every second animal. You can understand that your pet has chronic renal failure, if you pay attention to the presence of symptoms such as:
- bad breath;
- stomatitis;
- sores on the tip of the tongue;
- pale color of the mucous membranes.
Concomitant symptoms may also include bowel disorders, vomiting, and disorders of the nervous system and behavior. Due to the fact that phosphorus withdrawal from the cat's body is impaired, renal hyperparathyroidism may develop. This is a disease with a predominance of severe urolithiasis, with frequent attacks of renal colic, the development of renal failure.
Since renal failure in this case has a chronic course, Kanefron is prescribed here as maintenance therapy to reduce the effect on the kidneys of various factors. With a high urea content, Hofitol is prescribed together with Kanefron. The dose of "Kanefron" for cats in this case is half the tablet, and the dose of "Hofitol" is the fourth part of the tablet. Apply these drugs twice a day. The duration of the course is determined by the veterinarian, given the general condition of the cat.
Also, with CRF in cats, in addition to drug treatment, diet and vitamin intake, rest and the absence of stressful situations are recommended. Therefore, long trips should be postponed until the end of taking the drugs.
Veterinarians reviews about Kanefron for cats
Since this drug is used in veterinary medicine, it means that experts have a good opinion about it. Some doctors believe that Kanefron, in addition to all the above advantages, increases the effectiveness of antibiotic therapy. For prevention, it should be given in courses several times a year.
If your cat has been prescribed a bunch of drugs and you are tired of stuffing the animal with all these pills, then some veterinarians recommend replacing all herbal pills and capsules with Kanefron. They believe that it is enough to give one tablet of Kanefron per day, rather than trying to give the poor cat a drink of the ramen of other herbal medicine.
Also, veterinarians with any drug therapy strongly recommend giving the animal a plentiful drink. This is the key to the correct action of any medication.
Host reviews about Kanefron
Many consumers of this drug rely on expert opinion. Like, if the veterinarian has appointed, then itβs not harmful. But really, we cannot be smarter than a qualified veterinarian. Therefore, there is some truth in this.
Reviews about "Kanefron" for cats on most forums are positive. Many owners even exchange experiences on how best to give this medicine to a cat, because, as we have already mentioned, both the liquid solution and the tablet form have a pronounced specific smell of alcohol.
For example, some advise you to wait until the alcohol vapor (when using the drops) disappears, and only then give the medicine. Others recommend mixing drops, one teaspoon of water and one tablespoon of canned food. They argue that in this case, part of the alcohol vapor disappears, and the rest is mixed with food and does not cause discomfort to the cat.
There are other ways that people have tested. For example, give the cat medicine when she is sleeping. Some authors of such tips argue that the cat does not even open its eyes during such manipulations. However, whether it will be so in reality, depends only on your favorite.
For very advanced owners came up with special tools in order to make it convenient to give animals tablets. Such instruments are similar to syringes. Their tips are made of two gum, a tablet is inserted between them, which is then pushed into the cat's throat. Such a device will help to avoid bites of a frightened animal.
Cost and analogues
Many classify Kanefron for cats as expensive drugs. In fact, it depends only on your financial capabilities. Practice shows that it is better to undergo treatment once with the drug prescribed by the doctor, even if it costs a lot, than replace it with a thousand ineffective cheaper analogues. However, this is a matter of purely every owner.
"Kanefron" in tablets will cost around 400-450 rubles. But the drug in the form of a solution will cost a little cheaper - 350-400 rubles.
Replace the drug, for example, in case of intolerance to any components of your pet, the following medicines:
- "Renel";
- Gentos
- Uriflorin
- "Bioprost";
- "Speman";
- Urolesan
- Tribestan
- Vitaprost
- Cyston.
Urinary Disease Prevention in Cats
The diseases of this group in cats are quite heterogeneous, and, accordingly, their prevention will also vary.
For the prevention of cystitis in cats, for example, do not change the location of the tray. A cat should always have free access to drinking water. If you have more than one cat, then each one should have a personal tray. Even if your pet is catering outside, there should still be a tray in the room.
Prevention of urolithiasis involves proper nutrition of the cat. To do this, avoid feeding the cat food rich in salts. This includes fish, milk, seafood, mineral supplements, etc. Vitamins must be present in the diet. It is better not to give the cat hard drinking water.
It is also necessary to reduce the consumption of dry feed by animals. However, this applies only to low-cost foods, such as Kitekat, Darling, Whiskas, Katinka, Friskies, etc. Expensive feeds, by contrast, are balanced foods that can prevent the appearance of MKD in cats.
It should also be remembered that timely diagnosis is the key to a long life and the health of your ward. Therefore, at least once every six months, visit the veterinarian in order to timely identify the disease and begin its treatment in the early stages.