Re: Those who don't use Interferon
So, Leslie, Tell us do! How did the introductions go?? Hideyo, what side effects are you talking about with interferon use? I know you mentioned that before, but I hadn't heard any other mention of it. Every vet I've talked to has either been for it's use, or at least been convinced that it wasn't harmful in any way. I've always used human interferon when my cats become symptomatic. Because of the resistance factor, I thought it was better, (just in case it does help boost their immune response), to use it when they need it most. Gloria could be right in using it continuously. Who the hell knows? The unpredictability of this disease keeps us guessing and relying on instinct and faith to do our best to combat it. Nina Leslie wrote: Hello, So I've gotten good feedback from those of you who DO use interferon, but what about those of you who don't? Do you have a reason(s) for not using it? I'm trying to decide myself. I have the cats on one immune booster supplement, Feline Immune Support http://www.standardprocess.com/vet_catalog_product_detail.asp , and am working with my vet to determine if we should add another, virolyte http://www.thorne.com/index/mod/vet/a/virolyte, an herbal tincture, or Interferon. I'm not going to do all of them so will compare costs and advice to decide. On an unrelated note, Satchmo and Beatrix will be introduced today! Bea is allowed out into my bedroom today, then when I get home, I'll switch them (Bea in the kitchen/living room, Satch in the bedroom/bathroom), and after a couple of hours for them to restabilize, I'll switch back briefly, then introduce! So excited! Leslie
Re: Those who don't use Interferon
I don't use interferon unless my positive sharts showing symptoms...which was one time she got a URI about 6 years ago...tLeslie [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Oh, interesting, Hideyo. No, neither of mine are symptomatic. Satch is still getting over a cough, but both of their energy levels are quite high, appetites good, bright eyes, etc.I am looking for preventative treatments right now, hoping to keep symptoms at bay for as long as I can get.Thank you, LeslieFrom: "Hideyo Yamamoto" [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: Those who don't use InterferonIs your kitty symptomatic?I have two felk kitties who are notsymptomatic and am not using it - as there are some side effects to thedrug.fer
Re: Those who don't use Interferon
Hideyo - that is the game plan that my vet and I have decided on. Both cats will be on the immune support tablets, Satch will also be getting some asthma stuff that might or might not be permanent, it remains to be seen, but it also contains some immune supporting supplements that will complement the tablets. I'll have the virolyte, which is strong and shouldn't be used continuously, and the interferon on hand in case things turn for the worse. Michelle - thank you for responding. Gloria - where do you get your interferon from? Do you mind me asking what it costs you? I found the cost to be too prohibitive to administer continuously. Thanks guys, Leslie --From: Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: RE: Those who don't use InterferonIf I were you, I would focus on maintaining their immune system up and wait to use interferon until you need it (meaning they become symptomatic.. like become anemic, lethargy.. etc..) --From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: Those who don't use InterferonI stopped using it because I could not see any positive effects it was having (which is not to say there weren't any) and I thought it might bebothering Lucy's IBD. Michelle--From: G. Lane [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: RE: Those who don't use InterferonThe time to start using it is before they are symptomatic.I've been using it for a while - since my Calawalla and Mittens died - I did the same thing, thought I'd wait till they showedsymptoms, but a I understand, it's too late then.I see no side effects at all with mine.Gloria
Those who don't use Interferon
Hello, So I've gotten good feedback from those of you who DO use interferon, but what about those of you who don't? Do you have a reason(s) for not using it? I'm trying to decide myself. I have the cats on one immune booster supplement, Feline Immune Support http://www.standardprocess.com/vet_catalog_product_detail.asp, and am working with my vet to determine if we should add another, virolyte http://www.thorne.com/index/mod/vet/a/virolyte, an herbal tincture,or Interferon. I'm not going to do all of them so will compare costs and advice to decide. On an unrelated note, Satchmo and Beatrix will be introduced today! Bea is allowed out into my bedroom today, then when I get home, I'll switch them (Bea in the kitchen/living room, Satch in the bedroom/bathroom), and after a couple of hours for them to restabilize, I'll switch back briefly, then introduce! So excited! Leslie
RE: Those who don't use Interferon
Is your kitty symptomatic? I have two felk kitties who are not symptomatic and am not using it as there are some side effects to the drug. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Leslie Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2006 9:51 AM To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Those who don't use Interferon Hello, So I've gotten good feedback from those of you who DO use interferon, but what about those of you who don't? Do you have a reason(s) for not using it? I'm trying to decide myself. I have the cats on one immune booster supplement, Feline Immune Support http://www.standardprocess.com/vet_catalog_product_detail.asp, and am working with my vet to determine if we should add another, virolyte http://www.thorne.com/index/mod/vet/a/virolyte, an herbal tincture,or Interferon. I'm not going to do all of them so will compare costs and advice to decide. On an unrelated note, Satchmo and Beatrix will be introduced today! Bea is allowed out into my bedroom today, then when I get home, I'll switch them (Bea in the kitchen/living room, Satch in the bedroom/bathroom), and after a couple of hours for them to restabilize, I'll switch back briefly, then introduce! So excited! Leslie
Re: Those who don't use Interferon
Oh, interesting, Hideyo. No, neither of mine are symptomatic. Satch is still getting over a cough, but both of their energy levels are quite high, appetites good, bright eyes, etc. I am looking for preventative treatments right now, hoping to keep symptoms at bay for as long as I can get. Thank you, Leslie From: Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: Those who don't use InterferonIs your kitty symptomatic?I have two felk kitties who are notsymptomatic and am not using it - as there are some side effects to thedrug.
RE: Those who don't use Interferon
If I were you, I would focus on maintaining their immune system up and wait to use interferon until you need it (meaning they become symptomatic.. like become anemic, lethargy.. etc..) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Leslie Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2006 11:33 AM To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: Those who don't use Interferon Oh, interesting, Hideyo. No, neither of mine are symptomatic. Satch is still getting over a cough, but both of their energy levels are quite high, appetites good, bright eyes, etc. I am looking for preventative treatments right now, hoping to keep symptoms at bay for as long as I can get. Thank you, Leslie From: Hideyo Yamamoto [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: Those who don't use Interferon Is your kitty symptomatic?I have two felk kitties who are not symptomatic and am not using it - as there are some side effects to the drug.
Re: Those who don't use Interferon
I stopped using it because I could not see any positive effects it was having (which is not to say there weren't any) and I thought it might be bothering Lucy's IBD. Michelle In a message dated 9/26/2006 11:51:32 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hello, So I've gotten good feedback from those of you who DO use interferon, but what about those of you who don't? Do you have a reason(s) for not using it? I'm trying to decide myself.
RE: Those who don't use Interferon
The time to start using it is before they are symptomatic. I've been using it for a while - since my Calawalla and Mittens died - I did the same thing, thought I'd wait till they showed symptoms, but a I understand, it's too late then. I see no side effects at all with mine. Gloria At 11:21 AM 9/26/2006, you wrote: Is your kitty symptomatic? I have two felk kitties who are not symptomatic and am not using it as there are some side effects to the drug. -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Leslie Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2006 9:51 AM To: Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Those who don't use Interferon Hello, So I've gotten good feedback from those of you who DO use interferon, but what about those of you who don't? Do you have a reason(s) for not using it? I'm trying to decide myself. I have the cats on one immune booster supplement, Feline Immune Support http://www.standardprocess.com/vet_catalog_product_detail.asphttp://www.standardprocess.com/vet_catalog_product_detail.asp , and am working with my vet to determine if we should add another, virolyte http://www.thorne.com/index/mod/vet/a/virolytehttp://www.thorne.com/index/mod/vet/a/virolyte, an herbal tincture, or Interferon. I'm not going to do all of them so will compare costs and advice to decide. On an unrelated note, Satchmo and Beatrix will be introduced today! Bea is allowed out into my bedroom today, then when I get home, I'll switch them (Bea in the kitchen/living room, Satch in the bedroom/bathroom), and after a couple of hours for them to restabilize, I'll switch back briefly, then introduce! So excited! Leslie
