Epicur Compounded Medications at VetRxDirect

Posted on by

Epicur at VetRxDirect

VetRxDirect now offers prescription compounded medications from Epicur Pharma. Epicur Pharma is a 503B compounding facility that manufactures high-quality, reliable, potent medications. Following FDA-enforced regulations, Epicur medications are verified through stability and sterility testing. Epicur is committed to drug consistency and quality and patient safety.

As an FDA-registered 503B facility, Epicur manufactures drugs with reliable quality, potency, and sterility with every batch. The regulations for 503B compounded medications reflect current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), the same regulations in place for human pharmaceuticals. Learn more.

Why are Compounded Medications Used for Dogs and Cats?

Some medications required for treating medical conditions in dogs and cats are not commercially manufactured and, therefore, must be compounded. Medication dosages for dogs and cats can vary widely depending on the condition they are prescribed for. With current commercially available medications and products, tablets or capsules may need to be split to achieve veterinary dosing, which creates non-uniform dosing. The use of compounded tablets helps to eliminate the need to split doses. Animals may not tolerate the commercially available medication due to the method of administration (oral, topical, etc), flavor, or inactive ingredients. The use of compounded medications helps provide medications that can be administered by the owner.

  • The medication needed for the treatment of a certain medical condition is not commercially available and must be compounded.
  • The medication strength needed to treat a medical condition is not available and must be compounded.
  • The animal requires a different route of administration (oral tablet, oral suspension, transdermal, flavored, unflavored, etc).
  • The animal has allergies to certain ingredients or flavorings.

VetRxDirect offers a range of prescription compounded medications from Epicur Pharma, including ophthalmic eye medications.

Epicur Budesonide at VetRxDirect

Budesonide Compounded Mini-Med for Dogs and Cats

Corticosteroid tablets used to treat inflammatory intestinal
diseases. Mini-Med tablets are scored and unflavored for easy dosing.

Cidofovir Ophthalmic at VetRxDirect

Cidofovir Compounded Ophthalmic

Antiviral eye drops used to treat viral eye infections caused by
feline herpes virus.

Cisapride Compounded Mini-Med for Cats

Tablets used to treat constipation and gastrointestinal disorders. Mini-Med tablets are scored and unflavored for easy dosing.

Cyclosporin Compounded Coconut Oil Ophthalmic

Eye drop used to treat dry eye and immune-mediated
eye conditions. The coconut oil base is non-irritating.

EDTA Opthalmic at VetRXDirect

EDTA Compounded Ophthalmic

Prescription eye drop used to treat corneal calcium
deposits.

Tacolimus Ophthalmic at VetRxDirect

Tacrolimus Compounded Ophthalmic for Dogs

Immunosuppressive eye drop used to treat immune-related
eye conditions.

Theophylline X for Dogs and cats at VetRxDirect

Theophylline X Compounded for Dogs and Cats

Extended-release tablets for asthma and certain types of
heart conditions.

About the Author

This article was co-authored by VetRxDirect pharmacy intern McKayla.

I have 3 cats, Milo (white and grey), Tripp, and Nyx (all grey). Nyx is known to stick his tongue out when relaxed, he was formerly named Salamander at the rescue shelter because of this,  and all 3 of them love to watch the birds that come to visit our bird feeder. -McKayla, B.A., PharmD Candidate 2025, University of Iowa College of Pharmacy.

This information is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease and is purely educational. Please seek advice from your pet’s veterinarian with any questions regarding your pet’s health.

2024 Independence Day Holiday Shipping Schedule

Posted on by

VetRxDirect will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, 2024, in observance of Independence Day.

Our pharmacy will have abbreviated hours and shipping schedules. While VetRxDirect.com is available 24 hours a day for online order placement, please pay particular attention to our hours and shipping schedule, especially if you rely on our pharmacy for insulin or other temperature-sensitive products.

  • Monday, July 1: Regular pharmacy hours. Last day to ship Visbiome with 2-day shipping.
  • Tuesday, July 2: Regular pharmacy hours. Last day to ship cold pack orders with next-day shipping.
  • Wednesday, July 3: Regular pharmacy hours. No temperature-sensitive orders will ship.
  • Thursday, July 4: CLOSED.
  • Monday, July 8th: Resume normal cold pack shipping policies.

*Prescription orders, including temperature-sensitive drugs, can only ship after approval from your veterinarian. Prescription authorization must be obtained before 3 PM CST in order to be shipped out on the same day. Visit our website for more information.

Please feel free to leave a message or send us an email at info@vetrxdirect.com anytime. We’ll do our best to return your call or send replies within the next business hour after your message.

Have a safe and Happy Fourth of July!

-The VetRxDirect Pharmacy Team

MULTIVA Calming Helps Pets Keep Calm and Relaxed

Posted on by

Multiva Calming

MULTIVA Calming Supplement

The Multiva Calming supplement is designed to help support balanced behavior and a sense of calm and relaxation for dogs and cats who react to environmental stressors. Each calming chew contains a blend of natural, synergistic ingredients to ease the animal into relaxation without sedation or personality changes. Multiva Calming can be used for specific, challenging events or prolonged management to support both dogs and cats with anxiety and fearfulness. This supplement also helps to reduce the effects of stress on your pet’s health and supports functions of the nervous system and cognitive function.

How MULTIVA Calming may be used to help dogs and cats:

Multiva is suitable for short-term and long-term use, making it ideal for a variety of situations in which dogs and cats may feel stressed or fearful. It may also aid in training and behavior modification to help reduce those commonly associated with stress or anxiety-driven events. These behaviors may vary; some common include hyperactivity, pacing, excessive barking or vocalization, urinating, freezing, panting, aggression, self-harm, or physical injury. While Multiva is labeled for dogs and cats of all ages and breeds, it is generally recommended to talk with your veterinarian before using a new supplement.

  • Thunderstorms, fireworks, loud noises, noise sensitivity, or noise phobias.
  • Veterinary visits, grooming, car trips, vacations, or traveling.
  • Separation anxiety, fearfulness, loneliness,  kenneling or boarding.
  • Changes in social environment: introducing new people or pets,  changes in owner schedule or routines.
  • Changes in physical environment: new furniture, remodeling, construction, or moving.
  • Supports behavior management programs.
  • Aids training and behavior modification.

MULTIVA Calming Ingredients: Multiva contains a blend of key plant and milk-based ingredients that work together to create a calming action. It does not contain sedatives or L-tryptophan. The active ingredients, L-theanine, Colostrum, and Vitamin B1, were chosen and developed by the manufacturer VetNova:

  •  L-Theanine is a naturally occurring amino acid found in green tea. The administration of L-theanine favors states of calmness and relaxation without causing drowsiness,
    reduces episodes of stress, anxiousness, hyperactivity, and irritability, and maintains normal mental alertness, allowing the animal to concentrate and learn.
  • Colostrum has been shown to contain precursors of important neuroactive molecules that can affect alertness, cognitive function, and the level of anxiousness
    in stressed animals. Studies of colostrum given to dogs and cats have shown a reduction in stress and undesired behavioral patterns.
  • Thiamine (Vitamin B1) plays a critical role in the central nervous system, including helping to maintain its normal function, circulation,
    cognitive activity, and brain functions. Thiamine is not stored in the body, and deficiency can occur during stressful situations. Source: www.vetnova.com
Multiva Calming at VetRxDirect

This information is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease and is purely educational. Please seek advice from your pet’s veterinarian with any questions regarding your pet’s health.

Bexacat and Senvelgo: The New Treatments for Cat Diabetes

Posted on by

New Diabetes Medications for Cats

The FDA has approved two new drugs, Bexacat and Senvelgo, to treat diabetes mellitus (high blood sugar) in cats. Unlike traditional insulin shots, these medications are given by mouth, making treatment easier for diabetic cat owners. Bexacat and Senvelgo are a new class of diabetes medication called SGLT2 inhibitors. SGLT2 inhibitors are not insulin, they lower blood glucose by excreting glucose through the kidneys. These medications are prescribed to treat cats that do not require insulin, and they have certain requirements to ensure their safe use.  Learn more about the FDA Approval and safety of Bexacat and Senvelgo.

What is Diabetes Mellitus in Cats?

Diabetes mellitus in cats occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin or is unable to use insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone naturally produced by the pancreas that converts dietary sugar (glucose) to energy for cells in the body. When glucose can’t be used for energy, extra sugar builds up in the blood. High concentrations of sugar in the bloodstream lead to health problems. Certain cats are more prone to diabetes: age, obesity, genetics, certain medications,  and other health conditions are common risks factors. Learn more about Cat Diabetes.

Warning Signs of Diabetes in Cats

  • Increased thirst
  • Increased urination
  • Increased appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Urinary tract infections

Your veterinarian can test and diagnose your cat for diabetes. This may include a general physical exam, blood testing, and urine testing.

Diabetes Treatment Options for Cats

Diabetes is a treatable disease in cats, and symptoms can be managed successfully with regular monitoring. So far, insulin has been the main treatment for diabetes in cats until the recent development and approval of these two new drugs. If your cat has diabetes, it’s important to schedule and keep regular vet check-ups to help spot changes in their condition. Left untreated, this disease leads to serious complications and is fatal.

  • Insulin Injections
  • Medications Bexacat or Senvelgo
  • Blood glucose monitoring
  • Regular check-ups
  • Dietary changes to manage weight and energy needs. This may include therapeutic foods.

Your veterinarian is the best source of information regarding your cat’s medical history and will provide the best treatment choice for your diabetic cat.

Bexacat

  • Bexacat is a flavored tablet containing the active ingredient Bexagliflozin. It is given once daily, with or without food, at the same time to optimize glucose control in cats.
  • It causes sugar to be passed out in the urine by preventing the kidneys from pulling sugar back into the blood.
  • Bexacat is indicated to improve glycemic control in otherwise healthy cats with diabetes mellitus not previously treated with insulin.

Senvelgo

  • Senvelgo is a flavored oral solution containing the active ingredient Velagliflozin. It is given once daily by mouth or onto wet food at the same time for optimal glucose control.
  • Senvelgo indicated to improve glycemic control in otherwise healthy cats with diabetes mellitus not previously treated with insulin.
  • This liquid medication does not require refrigeration.

What are SGLT2 Inhibitor Medications for Cats? 

  • The kidneys are your cat’s filtration system for the body. Within the kidneys is a transporter tasked with reabsorbing glucose called sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2). These medications work in the kidneys and prevent the transporter from reabsorbing glucose back into the blood, causing the body to dispose of the glucose in the urine. This process lowers blood glucose levels.
  • Bexacat (bexagliflozin) inhibits SGLT2, a membrane protein found in the kidney that is responsible for reabsorbing most of the glucose from the blood.
  • Senvelgo (velagliflozin) is an SGLT2 inhibitor that reduces blood glucose by preventing the reabsorption of glucose via the SGLT2 cotransporter in the kidney.

Bexacat and Senvelgo Side Effects & Precautions

  • Some cats can’t take Bexacat or Senvelgo. These medications are not meant for cats who have been previously treated with insulin or who are currently on insulin due to the increased risk of developing diabetic ketoacidosis, a severe, life-threatening diagnosis. These medications can be effective in treating diabetes mellitus but are not right for every diabetic cat, especially those with other health problems.

Regular veterinary checkups and careful monitoring are required while your cat is taking Bexacat or Senvelgo. Serious side effects, such as diabetic ketoacidosis and pancreatitis, can happen even in monitored cats with stable blood glucose levels while taking these drugs. For this reason, it’s important to follow your veterinarian’s advice on how to use your cat’s medication and monitor your cat at home. 

  • Common side effects seen with Bexacat and Senvelgo include: vomiting, diarrhea or loose stools, not eating as much or no interest in food, dehydration, lack of energy, continued weight loss, dehydration, increased drinking, increased urination. Report side effects to your veterinarian.

About the Guest Author

This article was contributed and co-authored by VetRxDirect pharmacy intern Gabrielle. “My cat’s name is Cecil, and he enjoys playing fetch with his stuffed star! This photo is Cecil dressed up in costume.” –Gabrielle, PharmD Candidate 2024, University of Iowa College of Pharmacy

This information is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease and is purely educational. Please seek advice from your pet’s veterinarian with any questions regarding your pet’s health.

2024 Memorial Day Holiday Shipping Schedule

Posted on by

VetRxDirect will be closed on Monday, May 27th, 2024, in observance of Memorial Day.

Our pharmacy will have abbreviated hours and shipping schedules. While VetRxDirect.com is available 24 hours a day for online order placement, please pay particular attention to our hours and shipping schedule, especially if you rely on our pharmacy for insulin or other temperature-sensitive products.

  • Thursday, May 23: Last day to ship temperature-sensitive orders this week.
  • Friday, May 24: No temperature-sensitive orders will ship.
  • Saturday, May 25: Regular pharmacy hours. No orders will ship.
  • Sunday, May 26: CLOSED.
  • Monday, May 27: CLOSED.
  • Tuesday, May 28: Resume normal shipping policies.

*Prescription orders, including temperature-sensitive drugs, can only ship after approval from your veterinarian. Prescription authorization must be obtained before 3 PM CST in order to be shipped out on the same day. Visit our website for more information.

Please feel free to leave a message or send us an email at info@vetrxdirect.com anytime. We’ll do our best to return your call or send replies during our next business hours after your message.

Have a safe and Happy Memorial Day!

-The VetRxDirect Pharmacy Team

New Visbiome Constipation Care for Cats

Posted on by

Introducing Visbiome Vet Constipation Care! From the makers of our top-selling Visbiome Vet Probiotic Formula, now specially crafted for cats! Visbiome Vet Constipation Care for cats is a high-potency probiotic that relieves occasional constipation in cats and supports natural regularity, proper digestion, and bowel health.

Visbiome Vet Constipation Care for cats may support normal inflammatory responses in the gastrointestinal tract, aid in reducing occasional loose stools due to environmental stress or dietary changes, and may help maintain normal kidney function. Constipation Care is a powder that can be mixed with food or given with paste treats for picky eaters.

Ingredients & Formula

Visbiome Constipation Care at VetRxDirect

Visbiome Vet Constipation Care for cats contains 100 Billion Live Probiotics per packet. It features the slab51® formulation, a blend of eight active probiotic strains. According to the manufacturer, ExeGi Pharma, this high-potency blend was selected due to its individual characteristics and synergistic activities. Learn more.

  • Active Ingredients: 100 billion live bacteria per packet. S. thermophilus DSM32245, L. acidophilus DSM32241, L. plantarum DSM32244, L. paracasei DSM32243, L. helveticus DSM32242, L. brevis DSM27961, B. lactis DSM32246, B. lactis DSM32247.
  • Inactive Ingredients: Maltose, Silicon dioxide.

Cold Shipping & Storage

Like other VisbiomeVet products, Constipation Care is stored and shipped cold to ensure the potency of the live probiotic bacteria are not affected. All orders of VisbiomeVet are shipped from VetRxDirect with a manufacturer provided sensor to guarantee your order did not experience elevated temperatures during shipping. Learn more about Visbiome shipping.

This information is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease and is purely educational. Please seek advice from your pet’s veterinarian with any questions regarding your pet’s health.

Products to Help Your Pet Endure the Winter Extremes

Posted on by

 

 

Recently, across the United States, winter weather systems brought large amounts of snowfall, sleet, ice, and extreme cold, impacting many of our travel plans and daily lives. This is no exception for our furry friends. At VetRxDirect, we carry products to help protect and ensure your pets are happy and healthy throughout the year, including the harsh winter. 

One common thing we forget about our pets during the cold winter months is the health of their paws. Wearing dog boots or paw protectors works well to keep their paws safe from possible abrasions from walking on ice or stepping on sand on sidewalks. However, if you have a dog like mine who does not care for boots, cleaning their feet is essential. online loans. During the winter, deicing substances are often littered throughout city streets and sidewalks including sodium chloride and other toxic chemicals, which can irritate the paws of your pets. ASCPA recommends cleaning your dog’s feet with a damp towel and towel dry after including the legs and stomach, which are places where these chemicals and substances may linger. Similar to us, dogs may also benefit from the use of petroleum jelly or balm for their paws or a moisturizer for dry skin.

One balm product that we carry at VetRxDirect is Demoscent Bio Balm. This is a fragrance-free product that moisturizes dry, cracked skin and protects exposed skin areas, including paw pads, nose, and elbows, from the harsh effects of winter. Furthermore, Dermoscent produces an Essential Mousse, which is a no-rinse cleansing foam for dogs and cats that deodorizes and gently cleans, which makes it ideal for removing the deicing material and harsh chemicals found on streets and sidewalks. This product is made from all-natural ingredients that include fatty acids from hemp oil to hydrate the skin and help support the natural skin barrier. Lastly, to protect your pet’s skin and coat during the winter, Dermoscent Essential 6 Spot On. This all-natural topical treatment consists of a hydrating blend of fatty acids and 10 essential oils to hydrate irritated skin and help the coat shine on dogs and cats while leaving a great scent. Dermoscent skin care products are great for everyday pets, including those who enjoy some time in the snow. Learn more about winter skincare with Dermoscent. If you have a dog that enjoys substantial time outside in the winter, Pad-Tough is a topical spray that provides a protective covering and works to toughen the skin of the foot pads and elbows on your dog. 

VetRxDirect has a wide selection of prescription and over-the-counter products for pets.  Continue to follow our blog for more helpful tips and tricks to care for your furry friends and help them live their best lives!

About the Author

Tibbers in the snow
Tibbers playing in the snow!

“My dog’s name is Tibbers. He is a three year old Pomsky who enjoys nibbling on snowballs and sleeping anywhere that is cold. His favorite spot to sleep during the winter is near our sliding doors since it is extra chilly.” 

–Tin Tran, B.A. PharmD Candidate 2024, University of Iowa College of Pharmacy

 

 

This information is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease and is purely educational. Please seek advice from your pet’s veterinarian with any questions regarding your pet’s health. 

 

2023 Winter Holiday Hours and SHipping Schedule

Posted on by

With the Christmas and New Year holidays approaching, our pharmacy will have abbreviated hours and shipping schedules. While VetRxDirect.com is available 24 hours a day for online order placement, please pay particular attention to pharmacy hours and shipping schedules, especially if you rely on our pharmacy for insulin or other temperature-sensitive products. While we always ship every package as soon as possible at VetRxDirect, please consider ordering early to avoid the holiday shipping rush, and please allow extra time for delivery on orders placed in the upcoming weeks. This season our pharmacy will be closed with no shipping or receiving on December 23rd, 25th, 30th, and January 1st.

VetRxDirect’s Winter Holiday Pharmacy Hours:

  • Saturday, December 23: CLOSED
  • Monday, December 25: CLOSED
  • Tuesday, December 26: Resume normal business hours.
  • Saturday, December 30: CLOSED
  • Monday, January 1: CLOSED
  • Tuesday, January 2: Resume normal business hours.

VetRxDirect’s Winter Holiday Shipping Schedule:

  • Wednesday, December 20: Last day to ship refrigerated orders.
  • December 21-22: No temperature-sensitive orders shipped.
  • Saturday, December 23: CLOSED
  • Monday, December 25: CLOSED
  • Wednesday, December 27: Last day to ship refrigerated orders.
  • December 28-39: No temperature-sensitive orders shipped.
  • Saturday, December 30: CLOSED
  • Monday, January 1: CLOSED
  • Tuesday, January 2: Resume normal shipping policies.

*Prescription orders, including temperature-sensitive drugs, can only ship after approval from your veterinarian. Visit our website for more information.

Please feel free to leave us a text message or send us an email at info@vetrxdirect.com. We’ll do our best to return your call or send replies during our next business hours after your message.

We wish you and your pets a safe and happy holiday season!

~The VetRxDirect Pharmacy Team

2023 Thanksgiving Hours and Shipping Schedule

Posted on by

VetRxDirect will be closed Thursday, November 23rd, for Thanksgiving Day.

Our pharmacy will have abbreviated hours and shipping schedules. While VetRxDirect.com is available 24 hours a day for online order placement, please pay particular attention to our hours and shipping schedule, especially if you rely on our pharmacy for insulin or other temperature-sensitive products. Займ без процентов на карту мгновенно. Due to the holiday shipping rush, please consider ordering early to allow extra time for any postal delays.

2023 Thanksgiving Pharmacy Hours:

  • Thursday, November 23: CLOSED.
  • Friday, November 24: Open regular business hours 9:00 am – 5:00 pm CST.

2023 Thanksgiving Shipping Schedule:

  • Monday, November 20: Last day to ship temperature-sensitive orders this week*
  • Wednesday, November 22: No temperature-sensitive orders will ship.
  • Thursday, November 23: CLOSED.
  • Friday, November 24: No temperature-sensitive orders shipped.
  • Monday, November 27: Resume normal shipping policies.

*Prescription orders, including temperature-sensitive drugs, can only ship after approval from your veterinarian. Prescription authorization must be obtained before 3 PM CST to be shipped the same day.

You may leave us a text message or send us an email at info@vetrxdirect.com anytime. We’ll return your message during our next business hours.

On behalf of the VetRxDirect pharmacy team,

Have a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

2023 Labor Day Holiday Shipping Schedule

Posted on by

VetRxDirect will be closed Monday, September 4th, 2023 in observance of Labor Day.

Our pharmacy will have abbreviated hours and shipping schedules. While VetRxDirect.com is available 24 hours a day for online order placement, please pay particular attention to our hours and shipping schedule, especially if you rely on our pharmacy for insulin or other temperature-sensitive products.

  • Thursday, August 31: Last day to ship temperature-sensitive orders this week.
  • Friday, September 1: No temperature-sensitive orders will ship.
  • Saturday, September 2: Regular pharmacy hours. No orders will ship.
  • Sunday, September 3: CLOSED.
  • Monday, September 4: CLOSED.
  • Tuesday, September 5: Resume normal hours and shipping policies.

*Prescription orders, including temperature-sensitive drugs, can only ship after approval from your veterinarian. Prescription authorization must be obtained before 3 PM CST in order to be shipped out on the same day. Visit our website for more information.

Please feel free to leave a message or send us an email at info@vetrxdirect.com anytime. We’ll do our best to return your call or send replies during our next business hours after your message.

Have a safe and Happy Labor Day!

-The VetRxDirect Pharmacy Team