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Hi there. Yes, you should be able to get it compounded into a flavored liquid (like chicken or fish) if this would be easier for you to give. You may have a local compounding pharmacy that can do this, or you can use an online pharmacy like Wedgewood or Vets First Choice. I would recommend calling your veterinarian tomorrow to talk about this - he/she should be able to tell you where you can have this done, and can write a new prescription for the compounded medication.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
I'm sorry to hear Holly ate something she shouldn't! It's good to know she is responsive. I would strongly recommend contacting the Pet Poison Helpline for further information about this medication and to determine if the amount she ingested is cause for concern. She is a very small little dog. If they advise that toxicity is possible at this dose they will provide you with a case number that you can give to your veterinarian. Your vet can then call the helpline themselves and they will be advised if any treatments and antidotes that need to be administered. Holly make need to stay in the hospital, and receive IV fluids and activated charcoal. Your vet may also recommend some baseline bloodwork and this may need to be monitored in the future. Good luck-I hope Holly improves soon!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Ultimately, this is a decision that really needs to be made by the prescribing veterinarian, as there may be good reasons for choosing one of these medications over the other for a particular patient. But in general, I can tell you that most veterinary behaviorists prefer SSRIs like fluoxetine over older TCAs like amytriptyline as a first-line choice for anxiety issues in cats because they tend to have fewer side effects and are better tolerated by most patients. I personally use fluoxetine frequently in both dogs and cats, and have not prescribed amirtiptyline in years. But again, your vet may have good reasons for whichever medication they recommend - just ask, and express your concerns if you have any so that the two of you can come to the best decision for Fiona :)
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Yes, that is way too much Amitriptyline and an overdose like this can be fatal. If she is having seizures that are not controlled then she needs to go to the ER. Amitriptyline shouldn't really even be given twice a day. It is not really a anti-seizure medication so I am not sure why your vet prescribed it. I suggest you refer to this information sheet for more information. The typical dose for a cat is 5-10mg once a day. https://www.petplace.com/article/drug-library/drug-library/library/amitriptyline-hcl-elavil-for-dogs-and-cats/
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Hello. 5 mg a day is a relatively low dose, so you can wean him pretty quickly. Decrease the dose by 50% ( 1/4 tablet ) for 2 days, then 1/4 tablet every other day for a couple of doses, finishing with 1/4 tablet every 3 days for a couple of doses & you will be safely done. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.
Updated on September 24th, 2025