http://ratguide.com/meds/ The Layman's Guide to Medication Use in Pet Rats en Copyright 2008 Karen Grant RN,C. Bella Hodges, Kristin J. Johnson, and many others Fri, 04 Apr 2008 16:31:49 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/otics/tresaderm.php Generic Ingrediants Thiabendazole, dexamethasone, neomycin sulfate Availabiltiy Comes in 7.5 mL and 15 mL dropper bottles by prescription Pharmacology Tresaderm is a dermatologic solution which contains thiabendazole, dexamethasone, and neomycin sulfate. The ingredient thiabendazole is both a fungicide and a parasiticide, and displays activity against dermatophytes (e.g. Microsporum and Trichophyton).... (287 words, 2 links) http://ratguide.com/meds/otics/tresaderm.php Otics Fri, 04 Apr 2008 16:31:49 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/basics/safe_volumes_for_injection.php The amount of drug or solution that can be safely injected into a rat will depend on the route used to administer. In some cases both subcutaneous and intramuscular injections can be given in larger volume if divided over several different sites on the rat. It is important to note... (243 words) http://ratguide.com/meds/basics/safe_volumes_for_injection.php Basics Tue, 22 Jan 2008 15:14:50 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/nsaids/carprofen.php Brand RIMADYL NOVOX Availability 25 mg, 75 mg & 100 mg Caplets, Chewables, Injectable Pharmacology Carprofen is a member of the class of drugs known as NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). This is the same class as other more common over-the-counter remedies such as ibuprofen (e.g.Advil), naproxen (e.g.Aleve), ketoprofen (Orudis), and... (494 words, 3 links) http://ratguide.com/meds/nsaids/carprofen.php NSAIDS Sun, 26 Aug 2007 18:38:15 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/cardiovascular_drugs/atropine_sulfate.php Availability Veterinary product Injectable for IV ; IM; or SQ use 0.5 mg/mL in 30mL vial 2mg /mL in 100mL vial Human product Injectable: several concentrations Tablets: 0.4mg tabs Pharmacology Atropine, a belladonna alkaloid, is both a central and a peripheral muscarinic blocking agent. It inhibits acetylcholine or other cholinergic... (306 words, 1 link) http://ratguide.com/meds/cardiovascular_drugs/atropine_sulfate.php Cardiovascular Drugs Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:11:26 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/ophthalmics/tobramycin_ophthalmic.php Brand Tobrex Availability ophthalmic solution: 0.3% ophthalmic ointment: 0.3% Pharmacology Tobramycin, an aminoglycoside, is a bactericidal agent that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit. Its spectrum of activity includes aerobic Gram-negative organisms and some aerobic Gram-positive organisms. Tobramycin ophthalmic is an FDA pregnancy category... (301 words, 1 link) http://ratguide.com/meds/ophthalmics/tobramycin_ophthalmic.php Ophthalmics Thu, 15 Feb 2007 20:21:08 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/respiratory_drugs/pseudoephedrine_hcl_.php Brand Children's Sudafed Active ingredient (in each 5 mL*) Pseudoephedrine HCl 15 mg *Note: *5 mL = one teaspoonful (*Note: be aware that the newer Children's Sudafed or, Children's Sudafed PE, contains phenylphrine and should not be confused with pseudoephedrine. Dosing for products containing phenylphrine are not the same as... (413 words, 1 link) http://ratguide.com/meds/respiratory_drugs/pseudoephedrine_hcl_.php Respiratory Drugs Thu, 15 Feb 2007 10:42:51 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/herbals_health_supplements/lactobacillus_lactobacilli.php Brand BENE-BAC Pet Gel (manufacturer: Pet-Ag.,Inc.) Availability Comes in 15 gm (or smaller) gel tubes. Pharmacology BENE-BAC, labeled as a small animal dietary supplement, is a probiotic that contains the following based on manufacturer description: Live Lactic Acid Producing Bacteria: 10 million colony forming units per gram of Lactobacillus acidophilus,... (274 words, 3 links) http://ratguide.com/meds/herbals_health_supplements/lactobacillus_lactobacilli.php Herbals & Health Supplements Fri, 23 Sep 2005 08:52:26 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/nsaids/sulindac.php Brand Clinoril Apo-Sulin (Canada) Novo-Sundac (Canada) Availability Comes in human form: 100 mg, 150 mg, or 200 mg tablets Pharmacology Sulindac is a non-steroidal, anti-rheumatic agent. It possesses anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-pyretic properties. Its theraputic action is interference with the formation of prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are substances that occur naturally in... (431 words, 2 links) http://ratguide.com/meds/nsaids/sulindac.php NSAIDS Sat, 02 Jul 2005 17:47:43 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/figures/compounding_medications_figure_1.php Medicine Balls Ingredients needed Medication (pill, capsule, powder, or liquid) 1 teaspoon water 2 drops of Vanilla butter nut flavoring (optional) 1 teaspoon peanut butter (smooth) 2 teaspoons flour (more if needed) Gather your supplies: A Pill crusher, a sharp knife, a cutting board, small measuring and mixing spoons, small... (945 words, 4 images) http://ratguide.com/meds/figures/compounding_medications_figure_1.php Figures Sun, 24 Apr 2005 18:34:44 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/basics/compounding_medications.php The need for compounding Many times a trip to the veterinarian results in you leaving with a bottle of medication for your rat. At times the oral medications are already mixed, but there will be times when you will be given either pills, capsules, or concentrated liquid. When this is... (253 words, 1 link) http://ratguide.com/meds/basics/compounding_medications.php Basics Fri, 22 Apr 2005 18:01:46 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/reference/glossary_of_terms.php Glossary of Terms (355 words, 37 links) http://ratguide.com/meds/reference/glossary_of_terms.php Reference Sun, 20 Feb 2005 18:18:04 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/central_nervous_system_drugs/clomipramine_hydrochloride_clomicalm.php Brand Clomicalm (for veterinarian use) Availability Tablets: 5 mg, 20 mg, 80 mg Brand Anafranil (for human use ) Availability Capsules: 25 mg, 50 mg, 75 mg Pharmacology Clomipramine hydrochloride is a dibenzazepine-derived tricyclic antidepressant. Its exact mechanism of action is unknown, but it is believed to have the ability... (363 words, 2 links) http://ratguide.com/meds/central_nervous_system_drugs/clomipramine_hydrochloride_clomicalm.php Central Nervous System Drugs Sun, 20 Feb 2005 16:25:13 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/cardiovascular_drugs/benazepril_hydrochloride.php Brand Fortekor (UK, Canada) Lotensin (US) Availability Scored tablets in 5 mg and 20 mg (*Note: the 5 mg scored tablets can be easily divided to make two 2.5 mg tabs for giving to rats at their appropriate dosing (see dosage below ) Pharmacology Benazepril hydrochloride is a second generation... (426 words, 2 links) http://ratguide.com/meds/cardiovascular_drugs/benazepril_hydrochloride.php Cardiovascular Drugs Wed, 16 Feb 2005 16:21:20 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/hormones/tardak_delmadinone_acetate.php Brand Tardak (VR Tardak Androgen Inhibitive Suspension) (Drug Manufacturers: Jurox Pty Ltd, Pfizer ) Availability 10 mg/mL suspension Availability primarily outside of U.S. Pharmacology Delmadinone acetate is an antiandrogen having a greater effect than progesterone in its ability to affect testosterone production by restraining interstitial cell function. Its result is... (317 words, 2 links) http://ratguide.com/meds/hormones/tardak_delmadinone_acetate.php Hormones Sun, 06 Feb 2005 16:56:05 -0800 http://ratguide.com/meds/central_nervous_system_drugs/phenobarbital.php Brand Barbita Phenobarbital Sodium Brand Luminal Sodium Availability Tablets: 15 mg, 16 mg, 30 mg, 60 mg, 100 mg Elixir: 15 mg/5mL, 20 mg/5mL Injectable: 30 mg/mL Pharmacology An antileptic agent, phenobarbital is of the barbiturate class of drugs. It is a central nervous system depressant, and works by facilitating... (492 words, 4 links) http://ratguide.com/meds/central_nervous_system_drugs/phenobarbital.php Central Nervous System Drugs Tue, 03 Aug 2004 17:32:16 -0800