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STAT+: More hospital pharmacists are rationing drugs due to increasing shortages

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Nearly every hospital pharmacy across the U.S. And the problem has become so bad – especially for chemotherapies — that one-third of hospital pharmacists reported their institutions are rationing, delaying, or canceling treatments or procedures, according to a new survey.

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Gabapentin overdose in dogs: Symptoms and prevention

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If liquid gabapentin is needed, a provider at a compounding pharmacy must prepare it. What is the maximum dosage for gabapentin in dogs The maximum dose of gabapentin for dogs is 30 mg/kg. She urges dog parents to get dosage approval by their prescribing veterinarian. 100 mg compounded liquid or capsule 11-20 lbs.

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Ondansetron for cats: Dosage and safety

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The degree of liver impairment requiring a dosage adjustment in cats has not been specified in veterinary medicine. Ondansetron dosage for cats Ondansetron dosages can vary. The standard dosage is 0.5 Other published ondansetron dosages include: For severe vomiting: 0.1–1.0 Can I give my cat ondansetron every day?

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Lorazepam for dogs: Dosage and safety

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Pet parents must immediately transport a dog to an emergency veterinary hospital if seizure activity doesn’t let up. The general rule is to bring the dog to a veterinary hospital if it has three seizures within 24 hours to catch SE early. Pet owners must start treatment at home if they can’t get to the veterinary hospital fast enough.

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Restasis for dogs: Dosage and safety

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Veterinarians usually do not use Restasis in dogs because the dosage strength is too low. The dosage strength is too low. While Restasis has a dosage strength of 0.05%, Optimmune for dogs has a dosage strength of 0.2%. Some compounded formulations of ophthalmic cyclosporine can have concentrations as high as 1% or 2%.

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Zyrtec for cats: Dosage and safety

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Zyrtec dosage for cats Several cetirizine dosages are recommended for cats, so dosages may vary between veterinary professionals. Plumb’s Veterinary Drug Manual suggests the following dosages: For itchy skin: 2.5–5 Plumb’s Veterinary Drug Manual suggests the following dosages: For itchy skin: 2.5–5

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Ondansetron for dogs: Dosage and safety

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The narcotic painkiller tramadol Both tramadol and ondansetron may be less effective when used together Apomorphine, a drug that induces vomiting (emetic) in dogs Ondansetron dosage for dogs Ondansetron doses vary based on the treated condition and whether the medication is given orally or injected. Dosages also vary depending on the source.

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