Drug Index

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Phenylpropanolamine for my dog?

Phenylpropanolamine is used to treat dogs unable to hold their urine (urinary incontinence). This medication is classified as an alpha adrenergic stimulant. This medication has also been used to help manage nasal congestion.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Phytonadione for my dog?

Phytonadione is used to treat dogs that have been poisoned with warfarin or bishydroxycoumarin. These poisons may result in bleeding problems in dogs. This medication helps to stop the bleeding. Phytonadione may be used for other conditions as prescribed by your veterinarian.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Pimobendan for my dog?

Pimobendan is used to treat congestive heart failure in dogs.  This medication helps to strengthen the muscular contractions of the heart and dilates blood vessels.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Piroxicam for my dog?

Piroxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication used for lowering fever, pain management and to reduce inflammation. It may be used to help manage pain associated with degenerative joint disease and transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder in dogs.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Bromides for my dog?

Bromides are used to help control seizures in dogs. It may be used alone or with other medication such as phenobarbital to help control seizures.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Potassium chloride for my dog?

Potassium chloride is used to treat dogs  with low potassium levels. Potassium supplements may be used to treat or prevent potassium deficiency.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Praziquantel for my dog?

Praziquantel is an anthelmintic. Anthelmintics are used to treat worm infections.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Prednisolone for my dog?

Prednisolone is a corticosteroid. This type of medication is used to relieve inflamed areas, decrease swelling, redness, itching, allergic reactions and for supportive care during periods of stress. This medication may be prescribed for other conditions as determined by your veterinarian.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Procainamide for my dog?

Your veterinarian has prescribed Procainamide to correct irregular heartbeats to a normal rhythm and to slow down a heart that is beating too fast. This allows the heart to work more efficiently.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Propantheline bromide for my dog?

Propantheline bromide is used for the treatment of diarrhea, to decrease spasms and decrease secretions.  It may also be used to treat urine leaking.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Propranolol for my dog?

Propranolol is a non-selective beta blocking agent, which is used to correct irregular heartbeat. Propranolol decreases the heart’s need for blood and oxygen and therefore, reduces the amount of work the heart must do. Propranolol may also be used to decrease high blood pressure. This medication may be prescribed for other conditions as determined by your veterinarian.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Pyrantel pamoate for my dog?

Pyrantel pamoate is an anthelmintic. Anthelmintics are used to treat worm infections.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Pyridostigmine bromide for my dog?

Pyridostigmine bromide is use for the treatment of myasthenia gravis.  This disorder is characterized by muscular weakness.  This medication inhibits the enzyme cholinesterase and allows weakened muscles to work better.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Ranitidine for my dog?

Ranitidine is a histamine-blocking agent. It helps reduce the amount of gastric acid secreted in the stomach and helps protect the stomach against the formation of ulcers. It has also been used to treat gastritis and other reflux and hypersecretory conditions.  Ranitidine may be used to stimulate contractions of the stomach.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Rifampin for my dog?

Rifampin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections caused by Rhodococcus, Mycobacteria and Staphylococci.  Rifampin has antifungal activity when combined with other antifungal agents and may be used to treat infections such as histoplasmosis or aspergillosis.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Selamectin for my dog?

Selamectin is a topical agent used to kill parasites in dogs. It is used to kill adult fleas, prevent flea eggs from hatching, prevent and control flea infestations, prevent heartworm disease and treat and control ear mite infestations in dogs. This product may also be prescribed by your veterinarian for the treatment and control of sarcoptic mange andcontrol of tick infestations in dogs.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Selegiline for my dog?

Selegiline is used for the treatment of Cushing’s Disease and for older dogs that are losing their intellectual function (cognitive dysfunction).

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Sucralfate for my dog?

Sucralfate is used to treat oral, esophageal, gastric and duodenal ulcers. It may also be used to prevent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory induced ulceration. This medication forms a barrier over the ulcer. This barrier protects the ulcer from the acid of the stomach, allowing it to heal.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim for my dog?

Sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim is an antibiotic combination used to prevent and treat infections.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Tetracycline for my dog?

Tetracycline is an antibiotic. This medication has been prescribed for your pet to treat a bacterial infection.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Triamcinolone acetonide for my dog?

Triamcinolone acetonide is a corticosteroid. This type of medication is used to provide relief for inflamed areas of the body. It may be used to treat arthritic conditions and to decrease swelling, redness, itching and allergic conditions. There may be other conditions for which your veterinarian may prescribe this medication.

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Trimeprazine-Prednisolone for my dog?

Trimeprazine-Prednisolone is used to treat itching in dogs, especially if due to an allergy.  The combination may also be used to suppress a cough. 

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Tylosin for my dog?

Tylosin is a macrolide antibiotic similar to erythromycin and it is active against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, spirochetes, chlamydiae and mycoplasma organisms. It may be used to treat bronchitis, tracheobronchitis, laryngitis, tonsillitis, pneumonia, rhinitis, sinusitis, cellulitis, ear infections, inflammation of the urinary bladder, inflammation of the uterus, inflammation of the endometrium, inflammation of the skin and certain types of chronic diarrhea in dogs caused by organisms susceptible to tylosin. 

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Ursodiol for my dog?

Ursodiol is a naturally occurring bile acid that is used for treating liver disease in dogs and for the management of cholesterol-containing gallstones.