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Chloroxylenol topical, also known as PCMX, is a topical antiseptic used on the skin prior to surgery and in wound cleaning in cats, dogs, and exotic species. It has been used to treat bacterial, fungal, and yeast skin infections. It is toxic to aquatic species. All forms are applied topically directly to the skin.
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Chlorpheniramine maleate is given by mouth and is used off label in cats, dogs, horses, ferrets, and birds to treat allergic conditions or as a mild sedative. Common side effects include sleepiness, although other side effects are possible.
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Clarithromycin is given by mouth and used off label to treat certain bacterial infections in several animal species. Do not use in pets that are allergic to it or other macrolide antibiotics, in rabbits, gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters, or horses greater than four months old.
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Chlortetracycline (brand name Aureomycin®) is a tetracycline antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial infections in food animals, cats, dogs, birds, and some small mammals. Its use may be off label (extra label) depending on species and formulation. Do not use in guinea pigs.
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Chocolate is toxic to cats. While rarely fatal, chocolate ingestion can result in significant illness. It contains theobromine and caffeine, which cause clinical signs such as an increase in heart rate, blood pressure, agitation, tremors, and seizures. Signs of chocolate poisoning can take several hours to develop and can last for several days.
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Cholangitis/cholangiohepatitis syndrome (CCHS) is an inflammatory liver disease. Cholangitis is inflammation of the bile ducts. Cholangiohepatitis is inflammation of the bile ducts, gallbladder, and surrounding liver tissue. This handout outlines clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
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Choline (brand name Cholodin®) is a vitamin used in detoxification pathways in the liver and as a precursor to nervous system chemicals such as acetylcholine and dopamine. Supplemental choline is used in dogs and cats with seizures and/or cognitive dysfunction.
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Chondrosarcomas arise from cartilage, which is a connective tissue primarily found where bones meet with joints, as well as at other locations in the body such as the nasal cavity, and ribs. Chondrosarcoma is a rare tumor in cats, but it can occur. Clinical signs of chondrosarcoma may vary significantly, depending on where the tumor arises. Although the mass may grow rapidly, less than 20% of feline chondrosarcoma cases metastasize to other parts of the body. Therefore, surgical removal is curative in many cases.
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Veterinarians generally agree that there is no single best food for all dogs or all cats. Pet owners may also have preferences related to cost, convenience of shopping, and how a particular pet food manufacturer conducts their business. This handout briefly outlines key aspects of selecting the most appropriate food and water for your dog or cat.
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Chromium picolinate is a dietary supplement used to support the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats in cats, horses, and pigs. Chromium picolinate may increase insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism and can be used as an adjunctive (supportive) therapy for diabetes and obesity in cats and horses that suffer from metabolic syndrome.