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Mupirocin otic, also known as pseudomonic acid A, is an antibiotic used in the treatment of ear infections. It is used “off label” or “extra label” to treat ear infections in animals. Mupirocin comes in ointment or liquid drop suspension forms that may be specially compounded.
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Mupirocin topical, also known as pseudomonic acid A (brand names Muricin, Bactroban, Centany), is an antibiotic used to treat skin infections. It is labeled for use in dogs to treat skin infections caused by susceptible strains of Staphlococcus and other gram-positive bacteria. It is used “off label” or “extra label” to treat skin infections in other species and acne in cats. Mupirocin comes in cream or ointment form.
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Many mushrooms are toxic and can cause serious or even life-threatening illness. The severity of illness depends on the type and number of mushrooms ingested. Since mushrooms are difficult to identify, it is best to discourage your pet from eating any mushrooms growing in the wild. Prompt treatment is critical.
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Mycophenolate is an immune suppressing medication given by mouth or as an injection and is mainly used off-label to treat autoimmune disease in dogs. Common side effects include gastrointestinal upset and bone marrow suppression. This medication should not be used in pets that are allergic to mycophenolate, are pregnant, or nursing. It should be used with caution in pets with liver or kidney disease. If a negative reaction occurs, call your veterinary office.
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Naloxone is a drug used to reverse the effects of opioids. It is used primarily under direct supervision of a veterinarian. It is used off-label in veterinary medicine. Naloxone comes in nasal spray and injectable forms.
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Nasal tumors are an uncommon type of cancer but when they do occur, they tend to be malignant and locally aggressive. Staging can be done to determine the type of cancer and if it has affected anywhere else in the body. Treatment can be done in some cases to help relieve clinical signs, most often with radiation therapy.
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Neomycin ophthalmic is an antimicrobial medication, usually in a combination product, used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. It is used to treat surface eye infections in cats, dogs, and exotic companion animals. Neomycin ophthalmic comes in ointment and liquid drop suspension form. Caution when using this medication in cats, as allergic reactions have been documented.
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Neomycin sulfate, dexamethasone, and thiabendazole topical (brand name Tresaderm®) is a combination antimicrobial (neomycin), antifungal (thiabendazole), and steroid (dexamethasone) medication used to treat infections and inflammation of the skin, ears, and anal glands in cats and dogs. It may be used “off label” or “extra label” in other animals and for other conditions. Neomycin sulfate, dexamethasone, and thiabendazole topical comes in ointment form.
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Neomycin topical is an antimicrobial medication, usually in a combination product, used to treat bacterial infections of the skin. It is used to treat surface skin infections in cats, dogs, and other animals. Neomycin topical comes in ointment form.
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Neomycin, isoflupredone, and tetracaine (brand names Neo-Predef with Tetracaine, Tritop), is a combination antibiotic (neomycin), steroid (isoflupredone), and local anesthetic (tetracaine) used in the treatment of certain superficial infections. It is labeled for use in cats, dogs, and horses to treat certain types of skin and ear infections. It may be used"off label" or "extra label" to treat other conditions or in other species.