Fwd: OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2007-03-17 Thread TenHouseCats

repost of last year's metacam info

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From: Belinda [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: Jul 25, 2006 10:28 AM
Subject: OT:  Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org, Feline Lymphoma Group 
feline_lymphoma@yahoogroups.com

*This was on the CRF list I'm on and I wanted to pass it on as an FYI:*

(http://www.persiancats.org) posted some important safety information
regarding the use of Metacam in cats on July 17, 2006. Metacam is associated
with a high risk of kidney failure in cats:

The narrow safety margin in cats is reflected in the FDA's Adverse Drug
Experience (ADE) reports for Metacam Oral, which summarize drug side effects
reported by veterinarians.  Of 842 reports for dogs, 19 cases of kidney
failure and no
deaths were reported. However in 320 cats, 105 cases of kidney failure, 48
deaths and 35 cases resulting in euthanasia have been reported. This clearly
indicates that Metacam poses a much greater risk in cats than in dogs.

The pdf file, Metacam Risks in Cats, is available at:

http://www.persiancats.org/nss-folder/filefolder/MetacamRisksInCats.pdf

Some additional anecdotal information is also available at:

http://www.persiancats.org/gridlayout/

Unfortunately, some veterinarians have been prescribing Metacam to be used
multiple times after dental procedures and for arthritis even though the
manufacturer has discouraged multiple use of the medicine. Only the
injectable kind is approved for use with cats, and only once. The oral
suspension was not approved for use with cats.

I don't think I'd feel comfortable using this ever, just wanted to pass it
on as it was being discussed recently

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Re: OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2007-03-17 Thread Sally Davis

I know the vet is aware of the danger of this drug. That is why she wanted
me to read up on it. At this point I do not know what is causing Juniors
lymph nodes to be swollen. I guess I will find out in a few days. I know she
will call an oncologist if it proves to be Lymphoma. So we will have a
better understanding of what drug choices there are.

I need to serch more in the archives. Although I think I did this a while
back.

Thanks

Sally


On 3/17/07, TenHouseCats [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:


repost of last year's metacam info

-- Forwarded message --
From: Belinda [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
Date: Jul 25, 2006 10:28 AM
Subject: OT:  Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org, Feline Lymphoma Group 
feline_lymphoma@yahoogroups.com


*This was on the CRF list I'm on and I wanted to pass it on as an FYI:*

(http://www.persiancats.org) posted some important safety information
regarding the use of Metacam in cats on July 17, 2006. Metacam is
associated with a high risk of kidney failure in cats:

The narrow safety margin in cats is reflected in the FDA's Adverse Drug
Experience (ADE) reports for Metacam Oral, which summarize drug side
effects reported by veterinarians.  Of 842 reports for dogs, 19 cases of
kidney failure and no
deaths were reported. However in 320 cats, 105 cases of kidney failure, 48
deaths and 35 cases resulting in euthanasia have been reported. This clearly
indicates that Metacam poses a much greater risk in cats than in dogs.

The pdf file, Metacam Risks in Cats, is available at:

http://www.persiancats.org/nss-folder/filefolder/MetacamRisksInCats.pdf

Some additional anecdotal information is also available at:

http://www.persiancats.org/gridlayout/

Unfortunately, some veterinarians have been prescribing Metacam to be used
multiple times after dental procedures and for arthritis even though the
manufacturer has discouraged multiple use of the medicine. Only the
injectable kind is approved for use with cats, and only once. The oral
suspension was not approved for use with cats.

I don't think I'd feel comfortable using this ever, just wanted to pass it
on as it was being discussed recently

--

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Re: OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2006-07-30 Thread felv



" I missed this one. What would metacam be 
prescribed for in cats to begin with? "

Bones got it when she broke her back. it's for severe pain and 
inflammation.
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Re: OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2006-07-30 Thread Susan Hoffman
My mother has two arthritic cats who take it every other day. Also used post-surgery.[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:  " I missed this one. What would metacam be prescribed for in cats to begin with? " Bones got it when she broke her back. it's for severe pain and inflammation.  PhaewrynPLEASE Adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!!http://ucat.us/adopt.html DONATE: We could really use a power saw (for construction), a digital camera (for pictures) and HOMES for CATS! No virus found in this outgoing message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.394
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Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2006-07-28 Thread felv



Yes, Tang is still here. He's a special boy, and still 
seeking the right home. He has warmed up to men a bit, and I think he could now 
go to a home with a man in it, if the man was gentle and patient. He gets better 
every day, socially. His wounds are as healed as they will ever get, he does 
have permanent damage, but his only special need is no hard/rough/nylon collars 
and he'll always need one meal of wet/soft food a day (he does eat some dry too 
though).

My adoption page is a bit outdated, Pinky and the two 
kittens both found homes! I may have two more kittens in a few weeks though, 
black tabbies with white boots, currently 2 1/2 weeks old.
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Re: OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2006-07-28 Thread catatonya
I missed this one. What would metacam be prescribed for in cats to begin with?  tBelinda [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:  This was on the CRF list I'm on and I wanted to pass it on as an FYI:(http://www.persiancats.org) posted some important safety information regarding the use of Metacam in cats on July 17, 2006. Metacam is associated with a high risk of kidney failure in cats:"The narrow safety margin in cats is reflected in the FDA's Adverse Drug Experience (ADE) reports for Metacam Oral, which summarize drug side effects reported by veterinarians. Of 842 reports for dogs, 19 cases of kidney failure and nodeaths were reported. However in 320 cats, 105 cases of kidney failure, 48 deaths and 35 cases resulting in euthanasia have
 been reported. This clearly indicates that Metacam poses a much greater risk in cats than in dogs."The pdf file, "Metacam Risks in Cats," is available at:http://www.persiancats.org/nss-folder/filefolder/MetacamRisksInCats.pdfSome additional anecdotal information is also available at:http://www.persiancats.org/gridlayout/Unfortunately, some veterinarians have been prescribing Metacam to be usedmultiple times after dental procedures and for arthritis even though the manufacturer has discouraged multiple use of the medicine. Only the injectable kind is approved for use with cats, and only once. The oral suspension was not approved for use with cats.I don't think I'd feel comfortable using this ever, just wanted to pass it on as it was being discussed
 recently-- Belinda  happiness is being owned by cats ...Be-Mi-Kitties  http://bemikitties.comPost Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens  http://adopt.bemikitties.comFeLV Candlelight Service  http://bemikitties.com/clsHostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting  web design]  http://HostDesign4U.comBMK Designs [non-profit animals websites]  http://bmk.bemikitties.com

Re: OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2006-07-28 Thread Belinda

  It's perscibed for pain.

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OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2006-07-25 Thread Belinda




This was on the CRF list I'm on and I wanted to pass it on as
an FYI:

(http://www.persiancats.org)
posted some important safety information regarding the use of Metacam
in cats on July 17, 2006. Metacam is associated with a high risk of
kidney failure in cats:

"The narrow safety margin in cats is reflected in the FDA's Adverse
Drug Experience (ADE) reports for Metacam Oral, which summarize drug
side effects reported by veterinarians. Of 842 reports for dogs, 19
cases of kidney failure and no
deaths were reported. However in 320 cats, 105 cases of kidney failure,
48 deaths and 35 cases resulting in euthanasia have been reported. This
clearly indicates that Metacam poses a much greater risk in cats than
in dogs."

The pdf file, "Metacam Risks in Cats," is available at:

http://www.persiancats.org/nss-folder/filefolder/MetacamRisksInCats.pdf

Some additional anecdotal information is also available at:

http://www.persiancats.org/gridlayout/

Unfortunately, some veterinarians have been prescribing Metacam to be
used
multiple times after dental procedures and for arthritis even though
the manufacturer has discouraged multiple use of the medicine. Only the
injectable kind is approved for use with cats, and only once. The oral
suspension was not approved for use with cats.

I don't think I'd feel comfortable using this ever, just wanted to pass
it on as it was being discussed recently
-- 

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Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2006-07-25 Thread felv



That's what we gave to Bones after her back was broken. 
We only were allowed to give her4 doses, each does 3 days apart. They told 
me all the risks, and screened her for kidney functions before prescribing it. 
She did really fine on it. So... from my personal experience, I'm not too put 
off by it's many warnings. Mind you, for anything LESS than a broken back, I'd 
might have chosen a different route, but for that severe of an injury, it really 
worked well.

On the same note, Fentantyl (sp?)patches (also 
known as Duragestic patches), which are put on cats and left on for 3 days are 
on the verge of being recalled soon, as many HUMAN deaths have occurred from 
them. Not sure about feline deaths. Tangle was prescribed PILLS for his after 
dental pain.. lemme see... Butorphanol 5mg. I think that may be a form of Bute, 
which I generally don't like due to IT'S side effects, BUT, with the fentanyl 
patch issues, and the metacam warnings, I chose them over the other two options. 
They did work very well, he was a MUCH happier cat after getting his pill for 
the night.
Phaewryn

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Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2006-07-25 Thread Barb Moermond
well, we haven't had to use metacam, but we've used both buprenex and the fentanyl patches for Smoky's IC outbreaks and he does fabulously on the patches - the problem with oral dosage is that it wears off and he's a terror to pill - especially when he's not feeling well - he did get relief from the combination of the buprenex and the acepromazine (also had the ace w/the patch) but it made his recovery much less traumatic to use the patch - he had 4 episodes over the holiday season - from Thanksgiving to St Valentine's and the last one he was completely blocked[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:   That's what we gave to Bones after her back was broken.  We only were allowed to give
 her4 doses, each does 3 days apart. They told  me all the risks, and screened her for kidney functions before prescribing it.  She did really fine on it. So... from my personal experience, I'm not too put  off by it's many warnings. Mind you, for anything LESS than a broken back, I'd  might have chosen a different route, but for that severe of an injury, it really  worked well.  On the same note, Fentantyl (sp?)patches (also  known as Duragestic patches), which are put on cats and left on for 3 days are  on the verge of being recalled soon, as many HUMAN deaths have occurred from  them. Not sure about feline deaths. Tangle was prescribed PILLS for his after  dental pain.. lemme see... Butorphanol 5mg. I think that may be a form of Bute,  which I generally don't like due to IT'S side effects, BUT, with the fentanyl  patch issues, and the metacam warnings, I chose them over the
 other two options.  They did work very well, he was a MUCH happier cat after getting his pill for  the night. Phaewryn  PLEASE Adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!!http://ucat.us/adopt.html   DONATE: We could really use a power saw (for construction), a digital  camera (for pictures) and HOMES for CATS! No virus found in this outgoing message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.4/396 - Release Date: 7/24/2006Barb+Smoky the House Puma+El Bandito Malito"My cat the clown:  paying no mind to whom he should impress.  Merely living his life, doing what pleases him, and making me smile."   
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Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2006-07-25 Thread felv



I felt bad when I did have to pill Tangle. His dental 
work was extensive, and it hurt him for me to pry his mouth open to pill him. 
That being said, he was MUCH happier about 20 minutes later when it kicked 
in.

He's still up for adoption BTW, if anyone wants a 
perfectly healthy but psychologically unwell Greek kitty. He does bite, but it's 
never hard enough to hurt, it's his claws you have to watch out for. He really 
deserves a home. :)
Phaewryn

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Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2006-07-25 Thread gblane
Well, indeed you can die from Fentanyl, like lots 
of things.  That's true of a lot of drugs, in 
particular those that are used as pain relievers 
for cancer patients.  My boyfriend died from an 
overdose of Fentanyl, when a nurse decided he 
needed more than his usual dose - but since he 
had terminal cancer it's considered death from cancer.


I think the problem may be regulating the amount 
- but also I'm guessing that it's probably a desirable street drug.


Gloria



At 09:36 PM 7/25/2006, you wrote:
well, we haven't had to use metacam, but we've 
used both buprenex and the fentanyl patches for 
Smoky's IC outbreaks and he does fabulously on 
the patches - the problem with oral dosage is 
that it wears off and he's a terror to pill - 
especially when he's not feeling well - he did 
get relief from the combination of the buprenex 
and the acepromazine (also had the ace w/the 
patch) but it made his recovery much less 
traumatic to use the patch - he had 4 episodes 
over the holiday season - from Thanksgiving to 
St Valentine's and the last one he was completely blocked


[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
That's what we gave to Bones after her back was 
broken. We only were allowed to give her 4 
doses, each does 3 days apart. They told me all 
the risks, and screened her for kidney functions 
before prescribing it. She did really fine on 
it. So... from my personal experience, I'm not 
too put off by it's many warnings. Mind you, for 
anything LESS than a broken back, I'd might have 
chosen a different route, but for that severe of 
an injury, it really worked well.


On the same note, Fentantyl (sp?) patches (also 
known as Duragestic patches), which are put on 
cats and left on for 3 days are on the verge of 
being recalled soon, as many HUMAN deaths have 
occurred from them. Not sure about feline 
deaths. Tangle was prescribed PILLS for his 
after dental pain.. lemme see... Butorphanol 
5mg. I think that may be a form of Bute, which I 
generally don't like due to IT'S side effects, 
BUT, with the fentanyl patch issues, and the 
metacam warnings, I chose them over the other 
two options. They did work very well, he was a 
MUCH happier cat after getting his pill for the night.


Phaewryn

PLEASE Adopt a cat from Little Cheetah Cat Rescue!!!
http://ucat.us/adopt.htmlhttp://ucat.us/adopt.html

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Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous

2006-07-25 Thread FORGETMENOTPETS



Phaewryn,

Do you have that kitty I saw that was cutfrom greese?
God Bless you