Fwd: OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
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 -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com -- Spay Neuter Your Neighbors! Maybe That'll Make The Difference MaryChristine AIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCats MSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ: 289856892
Re: OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
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 -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com http://hostdesign4u.com/ BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com -- Spay Neuter Your Neighbors! Maybe That'll Make The Difference MaryChristine AIM / YAHOO: TenHouseCats MSN: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ: 289856892
Re: OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
" 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. 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: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
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 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
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. 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: 268.10.4/402 - Release Date: 7/27/2006
Re: OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
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
It's perscibed for pain. -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com
OT: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
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 -- Belinda happiness is being owned by cats ... Be-Mi-Kitties http://bemikitties.com Post Adoptable FeLV/FIV/FIP Cats/Kittens http://adopt.bemikitties.com FeLV Candlelight Service http://bemikitties.com/cls HostDesign4U.com [affordable hosting web design] http://HostDesign4U.com BMK Designs [non-profit animals websites] http://bmk.bemikitties.com
Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
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: 7/24/2006
Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
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." - Anonymous Groups are talking. Were listening. Check out the handy changes to Yahoo! Groups.
Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
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 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: 7/24/2006
Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
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 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: 7/24/2006 Barb+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. - Anonymous Groups are talking. We´re listening. Check out the http://pa.yahoo.com/*http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=41144/*http://groups.yahoo.com/local/newemail.htmlhandy changes to Yahoo! Groups.
Re: Use of Metacam with cats ** Could be very dangerous
Phaewryn, Do you have that kitty I saw that was cutfrom greese? God Bless you