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Timolol ophthalmic is a beta-blocker used to reduce intraocular pressure (pressure within the eye) in cats and dogs with glaucoma. Timolol ophthalmic is also used to prevent glaucoma in the normal eye of an animal with unilateral (one-sided) glaucoma. This medication is used off label in veterinary medicine.
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Helping your pet lose weight may be challenging at first, but with a little patience and persistence, you can be successful. Research has shown that small amounts of weight loss help improve the quality of life for overweight pets: they feel better, move easier, play more often, and live healthier lives. This handout focuses on commonly asked questions and tips for owners to help their overweight pet successfully achieve some weight loss.
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Tobramycin ophthalmic is an antimicrobial medication used to treat eye infections in cats, dogs, and exotic companion animals. Tobramycin ophthalmic comes in ointment and liquid drop suspension form. Caution when using this medication in pets with kidney disease and/or glaucoma. Do not confuse this medication with combination products containing tobramycin and a steroid.
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Topiramate is an anticonvulsant used to treat refractory seizures in dogs. It may be used to treat seizures or feline idiopathic ulcerative dermatitis in cats and refractory seizures in other animals, though little information on efficacy is available. It is used off label (extra label) in veterinary medicine. Topiramate comes in capsules, tablet, and liquid suspension forms.
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Torsemide, also known as UpCard®CA-1, is a diuretic used to remove excess fluid (water) from the body. It is used in conditions such as heart disease and lung disease. It is conditionally approved by the FDA for use in dogs only. Torsemide comes in an oral liquid suspension form.
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Travoprost ophthalmic is a topical medication used to reduce intraocular pressure (pressure within the eye) in dogs with glaucoma and/or ocular hypertension (high fluid pressure in the eye). This medication is used off label in veterinary medicine. Travoprost ophthalmic comes in liquid drop suspension form.
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Triamcinolone acetonide otic is a corticosteroid used to treat inflammation in the ears of cats and dogs. It may be specially compounded and/or combined into a formulation with other medications. Its use may be off label depending on product formulation and species. Triamcinolone otic comes in liquid drops, ointment, cream, and gel forms.
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Triamcinolone acetonide topical (brand names Genesis®, Vetalog®, others) is a corticosteroid used to treat itching, skin irritation, and rashes in dogs. It may be specially compounded and/or combined into a formulation with other medications. It is used off label in other species. Triamcinolone topical comes in cream and spray forms.
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Triple antibiotic ophthalmic with hydrocortisone, also known as neomycin and polymyxin B with bacitracin and hydrocortisone (brand names Trioptic-S®, Vetropolycin®) is a combination antimicrobial medication with a steroid (hydrocortisone) used to treat certain types of bacterial infections. It is used to treat eye infections and inflammation of the eye surrounding the eye in cats, dogs, and other animals.
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Triple antibiotic ophthalmic ointment, also known as neomycin and polymyxin B with bacitracin or gramicidin (brand names Neosporin Ophthalmic Ointment, Neo-Polycin Ophthalmic Ointment, Trioptic-P, Vetropolycin), is a combination antimicrobial medication used to treat certain types of bacteria (gram-positive and gram-negative). It is used to treat eye infections, eyelid infections, and infections of the tissue surrounding the eye (conjunctiva). Caution when using this medication in cats as allergic reactions have been reported.