Despite their strong immunity, cats are at risk of contracting infectious diseases. To treat diseases of the eyes and ears, experts recommend using drugs that have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Anandin for cats is a universal remedy that not only helps cope with pathogenic microorganisms, but also strengthens the pet’s immunity.
Description of the drug
Anandin is a unique broad-spectrum agent that has an antiviral and restorative effect. The drug is used to treat pathologies of bacterial origin, in acute or chronic form. It helps to avoid the development of complications after illnesses and completely eliminates the inflammatory process.
The medicine helps restore the defenses of the pet's body by activating the formation of B cells of the immune system.
Anandin is widely used to treat wounds and burns, restore the skin and fur of cats. When used in complex treatment, the drug neutralizes the effects of other components and reduces the production of toxins. This action helps reduce the impact on the pet’s nervous system and avoid stress while taking a large number of medications.
Tips for increasing efficiency
Some reviews about Anandin for cats say that treatment with drops lasted for weeks, but no improvement occurred. Veterinarians admit that the reason for such prolonged therapy may be either the use of an expired product or a violation of basic hygiene rules. For example, the remedy will be absolutely useless if instilled directly into pus. Therefore, the first thing to do is clean the treated area. To do this, just apply regular saline solution to a cotton swab and wipe your eyes or ears. This simple action will allow the active components of Anandin to reach the affected mucous membranes directly.
Advice! When instilling eye drops, you need to pay attention to ensure that the tip of the pipette does not scratch the cornea, but is at least 1-2 mm higher. It is best to point the dispenser at the inner corner of the eye.
When you blink, the medicine will spread throughout the entire area of the sclera.
Veterinarians also say that it is necessary to pay attention to completing the procedure. Even if the cat sat quietly and allowed the required amount of medication to be instilled, insufficient attention from the owner after completion of the treatment process can negate all the positive results.
The following rules must be adhered to:
Composition and release form
The drug contains glucaminopropylcarbacridone, a substance with antibacterial and immunomodulatory properties. The additional composition depends on the form of release of the drug.
The manufacturer offers several easy-to-use dosage forms:
- Eye drops activate the production of interferon and have an antibacterial and regenerating effect. Additionally contain glycerol and distilled water.
- Ear drops have antimicrobial and antifungal properties. The preparation also contains gramicidin, isopropanol, parmethrin, castor oil, distilled water.
- The solution for intramuscular injection contains methylene blue and purified water. It is used to treat complicated viral diseases that occur in severe form.
- Ointment for external use contains potassium salicylate, petroleum jelly, castor oil, purified water. It has a uniform consistency and a slight specific odor, and is colored light yellow. The product is used to treat dermatological diseases of fungal origin.
Limitations and possible negative reactions of the body
You should not use the drug if cases of intolerance to the substances that are included in the composition have been discovered. The medication has no other significant contraindications. If your pet is intolerant, itching, redness, rashes, or other allergic reactions may occur. In this case, you must stop taking the medicine. To prevent a dog’s body from reacting negatively to a drug, it needs to be given an anti-allergenic drug.
Operating principle
The active substance has bactericidal and bacteriostatic properties. Within a short time, it suppresses not only active pathogenic microflora, but also bacteria that are at rest.
The drug destroys neurotropic, dermatotropic, pantropic viruses that cause dangerous diseases such as canine distemper, viral hepatitis, and polioencephalitis. The active substance stimulates the production of endogenous interferon, resulting in increased cat immunity.
The maximum concentration of the drug in the blood is observed one hour after use. Residues are excreted unchanged from the body by the kidneys after 22 hours.
Solution for injection Anandin
The active ingredient in the solution for injection is the same as in Anandin ointment, and additionally it contains water for injection and methylthionium chloride.
Anandin in the form of a solution is intended for intramuscular injection.
Anandin injection solution 10% is a light green liquid with a faint medicinal odor. The drug is packaged in glass ampoules, 2 ml each, or transparent glass bottles, 5 or 10 ml in volume. They, in turn, are placed in cardboard packages with an instruction insert.
The drug has a strong general strengthening and immunostimulating effect, and its maximum content in the dog’s blood is reached an hour after administration. The active component does not accumulate in the body, but is completely excreted in the urine within 24 hours.
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Anandin is prescribed in the form of injections for the following diseases:
In addition, the drug is often prescribed as a prophylactic agent to strengthen the immune system in weakened animals. But the dosage and course of treatment in this case must be selected individually.
The course of treatment with Anandin in the form of a solution is 3-6 days, depending on the disease.
The drug is administered intramuscularly, into the upper thigh, once a day, at the rate of 20 mg or 0.2 ml/kg of dog weight. The course of therapy is usually 3 days, but in case of severe advanced disease, the drug is continued to be administered for up to 6 days. In addition to Anandin, sulfonamides, hormonal drugs, and antibiotics can be prescribed.
Compliance with the correct dosage guarantees the absence of adverse reactions. The drug is well tolerated by animals and has no contraindications (except for individual intolerance to the constituent components and severe kidney damage).
Indications for use
Anandin is a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent. Its use is indicated if the pet is diagnosed with the following diseases:
- carnivore plague;
- parvovirus enteritis;
- viral hepatitis;
- complications in the treatment of diseases of viral origin;
- rhinitis;
- conjunctivitis;
- otitis media traumatic, acute, complicated;
- otodecosis;
- dermatitis and eczema;
- regeneration of the skin after injury;
- immunodeficiency states.
Proper Use
The use of Anandin depends on the form of the drug used to treat the disease. In order not to cause harm to the health of the animal, it is necessary to consult a specialist.
The dosage and duration of use of the drug depends on the pathology. To treat rhinitis, instill 3 drops into each nasal passage 3 times a day. For eye diseases, use 2 drops twice a day. The duration of treatment is 7 days. If there is no positive result of therapy, the use of drops is extended to 10-14 days.
Before use, you should clean the auricle and ear canal from dirt and crusts using a cotton swab dipped in the preparation, then drop 3 drops into each ear. For deeper penetration of the drug, the ears need to be massaged near the base. Instillation is carried out twice over 7-10 days.
The dosage of the injection solution is calculated by a veterinarian taking into account the weight. According to the instructions for use, Anandin for cats is administered intramuscularly at a dose of 20 ml per kilogram of body weight. The duration of treatment is 3 days. If necessary, the medicine can be used for another three days.
When using Anandin for prophylactic purposes, the dosage should be reduced to 5 mg per kilogram of weight, and the duration of use extended to 10 days.
The ointment is applied in a thin layer to wounds and healthy areas around the affected surface after pre-treatment with an antiseptic or saline solution. Treatment is carried out 1-3 times a day for 5 days. Using the ointment is not difficult, but specialist supervision over the progress of therapy is required.
The veterinary drug has no restrictions on its use. It can be used as part of complex therapy for the treatment of kittens, pregnant and lactating cats, as well as convalescent animals.
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Contraindications and side effects
The medicine does not have an irritating or negative effect on the body of a sick animal. It is not recommended to use Anandin if there is a possibility of developing an allergic reaction to individual components of the product. Ear drops are not used in cases of eardrum injury.
The medicine is well tolerated by animals during long-term treatment. However, exceeding the dosage may cause side effects. In this case, the pet may experience the following symptoms:
- dry mucous surfaces;
- skin itching;
- anxiety;
- deterioration of skin and coat condition;
- difficulty urinating.
Drug overdose occurs very rarely. To avoid it, you should strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage.
Drops for nose, eyes and ears
A similar effect is obtained from eye drops used to treat diseases of the ears and nose. Drops with a green tint and an active component, as in other forms.
Inflamed eye in a dog - conjunctivitis
The composition contains water with glycerin. Available in 5 ml glass containers. Cardboard packaging with annotation inside. Indicated for use if the animal:
- inflammation of the eye membrane in acute and chronic forms;
- irritation of the nasal mucosa;
- inflammation of the nasal passages.
This form of medication does not cause a negative reaction in the pet.
Rhinitis in a dog
Ear drops with a yellowish tint. Available in bottles of 5 and 10 ml. Excipients include water, castor oil, permethrin (insecticide), isopropanol and gramicidin (antibiotic). Prescribed for otitis of any kind, otodecosis.
Gramicidin C is a powerful antibiotic that quickly kills gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Permethrin is an artificial pyrethroid that is dynamic in the fight against otodectosis pathogens. The action of the substance is to block the transition of nerve signals that are responsible for paralysis, the process of the dog’s movements.
The medication is easily tolerated by dogs, there are no adverse reactions. If individual elements do not suit the body, a response will occur in the form of irritation and scratching. In this case, further use of the drops is stopped.
How to give drops to a dog?
It is necessary to start the procedure when the pet is in a calm state. If the animal is restless, you should pet it and calm it down. Next, the dog, if it is small, is placed on your lap, a large dog is seated on the floor, with its back to the owner. Then the manipulations are carried out as follows:
- the eyes are cleaned of discharge with a swab or bandage soaked in warm liquid or antiseptic;
- spread the eyelids, the lower ones are pulled down;
- The required number of drops is released over the eyelid.
It is necessary to start the procedure when the pet is in a calm state.
If necessary, the procedure is repeated. You also need to check whether the liquid has gotten behind the eyelid. After the manipulation, the dog should be held for several minutes. You should not allow her to touch her eyes with her paw or shake her head. The second eyelid is processed using the same scheme.
Security measures
Anandin is a low-toxic drug. However, when working with medicine, you should adhere to the following hygiene rules:
- If the product gets on the skin and mucous membranes, rinse them with running water and detergent;
- if you are hypersensitive to the components, use personal protective equipment and avoid contact with the medicine;
- at the end of the procedure, wash your hands thoroughly with soap;
- Dispose of used packaging and do not use it for economic purposes.
Storage, expiration date
The drug should be stored in a well-closed package, in a place protected from light, inaccessible to pets. Keep away from children.
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The storage area should not be near food or heating devices. The optimal temperature is 25 degrees Celsius. The guaranteed shelf life of the drug is 2 years from the date of release, the ointment can be stored for 1.5 years.
After using the medicine, you should wash your hands well with soap and water. When performing injections, use sterile gloves.
Advantages and disadvantages
Due to its unique composition and high efficiency, Anandin is often used to treat severe infectious diseases. According to experts, the main advantages of the product are:
- the ability to be used as part of complex therapy;
- ease of use;
- systemic effect;
- a small list of contraindications;
- low toxicity;
- short course of treatment;
- use on different parts of the body;
- efficiency;
- low price.
Among the disadvantages, only the inability to use the product for a long time is noted.
Anandin can be purchased at a veterinary pharmacy. The price of ear and eye drops is from 50 rubles, ointments - from 55 rubles.
Currently, there are no systemic analogues of the drug. If it is impossible to use Anandin to treat animals, the veterinarian will individually select drops or ointment for external use.
Analogs
Modern pharmaceuticals cannot find a direct analogue for this drug. Ear drops, eye drops, nasal drops and ointment are selected individually. The drug is unique in its action and composition.
A powerful antiviral medicine that has no contraindications for use. Promotes the development of immunity to various diseases.
It is not recommended to make a decision on using the drug at home without showing the dog to a veterinarian, since there is a high probability of incorrect diagnosis, which is often encountered in veterinary practice and which causes serious health problems in pets.
Owner reviews
I often use Anandin ear drops to treat my cat. The product is easy to use. When used correctly, the course of treatment does not exceed one week. It can be used in conjunction with other drugs if the disease is severe. I recommend it to all owners.
Catherine
Anandin eye drops help cope with conjunctivitis, which my Persian cat periodically suffers from. The medicine quickly eliminates increased lacrimation, separation of pus, and relieves inflammation.
Galina
The ointment was prescribed by a veterinarian to treat a wound on the neck that was not healing for a long time.
The product was used exactly according to the instructions. As a result, improvement occurred after 3 days, and after a week the wound was completely healed. I consider the main advantages of the medicine to be effective and easy to use. The ointment does not have a strong odor, and the animal allows itself to be treated. Ksenia
Recommendations for treating cats with Anandin
Anandin injection
To increase the effectiveness of treatment and achieve a speedy and complete recovery of your pet, you should follow some recommendations when using the medicine Anadin.
- Before using ear drops, your cat's ears should be carefully cleared of any buildup. To do this, moisten a cotton swab with Anandin ear drops (you can use saline solution), and then carefully wipe the inner surface of the ears from the inside out, without penetrating deep. Only after this can the medicine be instilled.
- Wounds on the surface of the skin also need to be cleaned first if they contain purulent discharge or blood. It is not recommended to tear off the crusts.
- When instilling eye drops, your pet's eyes also need to be rinsed. Plain water or weak tea is suitable for this.
- After instillation, the cat needs to be held in your arms for a while so that it does not shake its head and splash the medicine.
- When using drops, you need to be careful not to mix up the bottles. It is unacceptable to use ear drops to treat eyes.
- Injections should be given to the cat using a sterile syringe in compliance with all aseptic measures.
- It is necessary to periodically check the expiration date of the medicine when storing it at home.
