Rx Methio-Form Chewable Tablets 500g 500ct

Methio-Form is for use as an aid in acidifying the urine of dogs and cats. Methio-Form is also an aid in controlling the odor from feline and canine urine residues. Methio-Form Chewable Tablets maybe used as a source of the essential amino acid, DL-methionine. This product requires a prescription. All prescription items are Non-Refundable and Non-Returnable. - CAUTIONS/WARNINGS:Caution: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not administer to animals with severe liver, kidney or pancreatic disease, or those which are acidotic due to conditions such as uncontrolled diabetes mellitus or urinary obstruction. Warning: Methio-Form is extremely palatable to dogs and cats and overconsumption of tablets may result if access to open bottles occurs. The effect of overconsumption may be severe and could result in life-threatening metabolic acidosis if veterinary treatment is not initiated. Also, excess consumption of methionine may result in the production of methyl mercaptan (methanethiol) which may be toxic. In animals with healthy livers, metabolites of methionine are converted to nontoxic substances. Generally, methionine in the diet at twice the required level is well tolerated, but at a threefold or above level toxicosis often results. Keep out of reach of children and animals. All prescription items are Non-Refundable and Non-Returnable. - DIRECTIONS:Recommended dosages only. Always follow the directions for dosing and administration from your veterinarian. Administration: Methio-Form Chewable Tablets may be fed free choice, from the hand or maybe crumbled and mixed into the food. Dosing one time each day is appropriate, but daily doses may be administered in 2 or 3 divide, doses if more convenient or in rare cases where animals may vomit a single daily dose. For urinary acidification in cats and dogs and prevention of struvite urolithiasis urinary pH should be reduced to approximately 6.0 - 6.6 and maintained in this range. Monitoring the pH of freshly voided urine may be advisable. Dosage: Daily dosages vary with diets and amount of acidification needed. After dosages have been determined, they may be used continuously. Cats: The usual daily dose is 2.5 to 5.0 mEq (188-375 mg)/kg body weight or 1/2 to one tablet per 1 to 1.5 kg. (2.5 to 3 lb) body weight. Average size adult cats normally should receive 1 1/2 to 3 tablets (10-20 mEq) daily. Dogs: The usual daily dose is 2 to 4 mEq (150-300 mg)/kg body weight. Small breeds - 7 kg (15 lb) or under, / to 4 tablets. Medium Breeds - 7 to 15 kg (15-33 lb), 2 to 7 tablets. Large Breeds -15-30 kg (33-66 lb), 4 to 13 tablets. Note: Methio-Form tablets can be crumbled and sprinkled on the animal's food. A level teaspoonful of a crumbled tablet contains 746 mg (10.0 mEq) of or-methionine. Storage Conditions: Store at room temperature and protect from light. Avoid excessive heat (104°F). - HEIGHT(INCHES): 1.000 - WIDTH(INCHES):1.000 - LENGTH(INCHES):1.000 Brand: Methio-Form Manufacturer: Ingredients: Directions: Cautions: Storage: