From:
Roger Vaughn
Date: 2002-01-04 13:37:00 UTC
Subject: Re: [Ferret-Health-list] Re: Vicky treatment
> I believe that 0.5ml is more frequently used, but in the case of an
> ulcer, Carafate is better than Pepto.
I read over the description of this drug last night
(Carafate/sucralfate), and I would have to agree. Pepto just soothes,
but Carafate actually forms a temporary (~6 hr) "bandage" over the
ulcer to protect it so it can heal.
I am not a vet - this is just what I read off of a pharmacology web
site. I'm still mystified that your vet is so reluctant to treat for
ulcers.
Roger
Digger and Bear