From:
debbie@jefferd.freeserve.co.uk
Date: 2005-05-17 11:34:09 UTC
Subject: RE: dilated cardiomyopathy/anorexia (more info)
To: ferrethealth@smartgroups.com
Message-ID: <4789040.1116329649239.JavaMail.root@thallium.smartgroups.com>
Author wrote:
> Furosemide is an excellent med for controlling ascites or edema.
> I can't recall if it can be given with oil or not. A pharmacist will know. If it can be given crushed with an oil treat that may work.
> Compounding is another option. If you look in the References Shelf portion of the Files section at
> http://www.smartgroups.com/groups/ferrethealth
> you will be able to see if there is a compounding pharmacy near you which does vet meds.
> I have seen ferrets who are extremely ill with cardiomyopathy turn around for a decent length of time when they had the right meds for their particular heart needs: Enacard, Digoxin, etc.
Hi Dr Sue,
I see you have been answering jj (whose my daughter) I just wanted to update you on Crumpets progress. He is now drinking Lactol milk and trying to eat. He has even put on a little weight and I am awaiting meds in liquid form from our Vet. Thanks for your advice. CVrumpet lives!!!