Pancrealex for cats
Pancrealex is a homeopathic medicine used in cats for pancreatitis and other pancreatic disorders. It is typically used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, although it can also be used as a standalone treatment. The drug was developed by Helvet, Russia's largest manufacturer of homeopathic remedies for animals.
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General description
Pancrealex is a medicinal solution for injection. It is a clear, colorless, and odorless liquid. Since the solution is initially produced sterile, it is packaged in glass vials sealed with rubber stoppers. Pharmacies offer 10 and 100 ml bottles. For cats, it is preferable to purchase the smaller bottles, although for long-term treatment, the larger bottles may be more cost-effective.
There are no special storage requirements for the medication. The solution should not be frozen, but the upper temperature limit can reach 30 degrees Celsius. It is important to choose a storage location away from sunlight, as it can destroy the active ingredients. To maintain maximum sterility, the medication should be drawn up with a syringe through the punctured rubber stopper.
Important! Once opened, Pancrealex is only suitable for treatment for 3 weeks. If the solution has not been used during this period, it should be discarded. No special precautions are required.
What is the price
Online pharmacies sell for between 300 and 400 rubles for a 10-milliliter bottle of Pancrealex, which is ideal for cats. The medication is also available at any veterinary pharmacy. It is available without a prescription.
Composition and action
This combination homeopathic remedy contains several tinctures of medicinal plants and minerals. Each component has its own healing properties:
- Belladonna vulgaris It has pronounced antiseptic properties. The plant is considered poisonous, but in small quantities it effectively relieves inflammation.
- Common barberry It has a broad spectrum of effects on the animal's body. The plant reduces pain, including stabbing and cutting pain, prevents nausea and vomiting, and improves the functioning of the digestive system, including the liver and pancreas.
- Lime carbonate, obtained from oyster shells, stimulates the digestive system, improves digestion by normalizing the production of essential enzymes, and helps relieve diarrhea and other symptoms of gastrointestinal diseases.
- Club moss It has anti-inflammatory properties and also helps relieve indigestion associated with pancreatic problems.
- Chamomile It has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and antiseptic properties. It also stimulates regenerative processes and increases bile flow. The plant also affects the digestive system, eliminating intestinal fermentation, increasing digestive secretions, and preventing gastric ulcers.
- Dandelion officinalis It enhances the secretion of the digestive glands, improves digestion, and prevents intestinal fermentation. It has an antiseptic effect, destroys pathogenic microorganisms in the intestines, and normalizes metabolism.
Thanks to a complex of medicinal herbs, Pancrealex has the following effects:
- relieves inflammation;
- improves pancreatic function;
- prevents the development of diabetes;
- eliminates nausea and vomiting.
The medication's components do not cause irritation or allergic reactions. It is considered safe, and does not cause side effects even in case of overdose.
When is it applied?
The instructions for use detail the conditions for using Pancrealex in cats. The drug is prescribed for animals with chronic and acute pancreatitis, regardless of the cause of the inflammation.
The medication is used for triaditis (simultaneous inflammation of the pancreas, liver, and small intestine). In this case, Pancrealex is usually combined with other homeopathic remedies and medications. However, it effectively relieves vomiting and other symptoms and addresses the underlying cause of the condition. The medication is also used to improve digestion in cats with various digestive problems, including pancreatic dysfunction.
Important! Although this medication does not contain any toxic components, it should not be used without a veterinarian's prescription.
How to apply
Pancrealex injections are given subcutaneously and intramuscularlyThe dosage is calculated as follows: 0.1 ml per kilogram of the animal's weight. It's best to use insulin syringes for injections. They make it easier to measure the required amount of solution for cats. They also have a thin needle, making injections easier.
Important! If for some reason injections are not possible for your pet, a homeopathic remedy can be used as a water-based solution, but in which case should the dosage be increased?
The instructions for Pancrealex describe the regimens for using the drug in cats for various illnesses:
- If the animal has acute pancreatitis, injections are given twice daily for the first 5-7 days. Then, 3-4 more injections will be required at 1-3 day intervals to consolidate the treatment results.
- For chronic inflammation of the pancreas, the medication is administered 1-2 times daily, depending on symptoms and overall condition. The initial course lasts 5-7 days. This is followed by maintenance therapy, which involves 2-3 injections per week. The duration of maintenance therapy is 1-2 weeks.
- For triaditis, Pancrealex is administered twice daily for 3-5 days, but is used in combination with other medications. After that, one injection per day is sufficient. The course lasts up to 10 days.
- To improve pancreatic function in cases of digestive problems, the medication is taken once daily. Treatment duration is two weeks.
A veterinarian may make adjustments to standard treatment regimens, taking into account the characteristics of the pathology and other factors.
It is not recommended to violate the drug administration regimen or skip doses of the medication, as this may affect the therapeutic effect.
When not to use
The main contraindication for Pancrealex is intolerance to its components. In practice, allergic reactions have never occurred. This is because the active ingredients in the homeopathic remedy are contained in small quantities.
For pregnant and lactating females, the medication should only be used after consultation with a veterinarian. Pregnancy and lactation are not directly contraindicated, but trials have not been conducted for this category of animals. A veterinarian will decide on the use of the medication on a case-by-case basis, weighing the pros and cons.
The drug does not cause any side effects. Skin reactions or other allergies may occur in case of intolerance. No cases of overdose have been reported.
Owner reviews
Daria, owner of a Siberian cat:
"Our Matilda has been suffering from pancreatitis for a long time. Because of this, we constantly feed her therapeutic food. One day, we ran out, so I fed her cheap dry food. This led to a worsening of the condition. We gave her injections of Creon and Pancrealex. The cat quickly recovered. The doctor recommended periodic repeat courses of the homeopathic remedy to prevent relapses. The injections are painless; I administered them with an insulin syringe."
Zhanna, owner of a 7-year-old cat:
"My cat had been suffering from vomiting for a long time. Almost every morning she started vomiting. Sometimes the urge to vomit would recur in the evening as well. We tried a comprehensive treatment program for her digestive system for a long time, but there were no significant results; the vomiting continued. Then we tried Pancrealex. In just a few days, her condition improved. We didn't give her injections, we just gave her fluids. I'm afraid of giving injections, and I can't afford to go to the clinic every day. But the main thing is the result. Now she's not vomiting, and she's eating normally, although we've adjusted her diet a bit."
Veterinarian Reviews
Dmitry, a veterinarian from Samara, 8 years of experience:
"I don't trust domestic homeopathy, particularly Pancrealex. This mistrust stems from the manufacturer's lack of quality control and lack of clinical trials to confirm its effectiveness. I don't see the point in paying that kind of money for a bottle of water, but I recommend homeopathy enthusiasts consider German products. Hell is effective for pancreatitis."
Bogdan, a veterinarian with 6 years of experience:
"I'm not a big fan of homeopathy, but I do sometimes use it as a complementary treatment. For example, I usually prescribe Pancrealex in combination with other medications. I've noticed that animals recover faster with homeopathic remedies. I've never had any side effects."
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