Methio-Form 500 mg Tablets
DESCRIPTION: Methio-Form treats cystitis, alkaline urinary stones, feline urologic syndrome, and urinary tract infections. The chewable, convenient tablets may be easily crumbled to combine with food, or they may be easily hand-fed. Key Benefits: Methio-Form Chewable Tablets use DL-methionine to acidify the urine of dogs and cats. Urine acidification is needed when the pH of the pet's urine gets too high, which can result in the formation of struvite stones and crystals. Long-term, it can have a dissolving effect on these stones. This ingredient is an amino acid that acidifies the urine, and it can also be helpful in treating certain bladder stones. Formulated For: Intended for cats and dogs. How is Medication Given? Dosing Recommendations for Cats 8 Weeks Old and Up: Administer 1/2-1 tablet for every 2.5-3 pounds of body weight daily. Dosing Recommendations for Dogs 8 Weeks Old and Up (in Number of Tablets Daily): 15 Pounds or Less: 1/2 15 to 33 Pounds: 2 to 7 33 to 66 Pounds: 4 to 13 If your pet experiences gastrointestinal upset while taking this medication, administer with a meal or divide into 2 or 3 daily doses. What Results Can I Expect? Methio-Form is an easy-to-administer formula that can be given with food. It prevents bladder stone formation and urinary tract infections. What Form Does Medication Come In? Chewable Tablet Dose and Administration: 500 mg tablets are sold in 50-count, 150-count, or 500-count bottles. Possible Side Effects: Potential side effects include: Inappetence Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Other side effects are also possible. Consult your vet if you observe signs of any unusual or bothersome reactions. Precautions: Take care not to overdose the animal. Chronic over-acidification can result, causing issues like: Acidosis Potassium wasting Osteoporosis Heinz body formation Non-struvite precipitation in urine Never administer to animals with: Serious liver disease Serious kidney disease Serious pancreatic disease Acidic conditions, including uncontrolled diabetes mellitus Urinary obstruction Storage Recommendations: Store in a cool, dry place between 15 degrees C and 30 degrees C (59 degrees F and 86 degrees F) In Case of Overdose: Contact the nearest emergency pet clinic. Active Ingredients: DL-Methionine Main Ingredients: DL-Methionine Tip: Methio-Form might be prescribed by your vet to deliver DL-methionine, an essential amino acid.View details