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  • Phytosphingosine Topical

    Phytosphingosine topical (brand names Douxo®, SkinGuard®) is an anti-inflammatory agent, with antibacterial and antifungal properties. It is used in cats and dogs to help relieve itching in certain skin conditions and help restore the skin barrier. Phytosphingosine topical may be part of a combination product.

  • PhytoVet KET Flush

    PhytoVet KET Flush is used to treat and prevent ear infections in many species of pets. It comes as a liquid solution that is used topically within the ear canal.

  • Pilocarpine

    Pilocarpine is used off-label and given by mouth in food to treat neurogenic keratoconjunctivitis sicca, and used topically in the eye to diagnose cranial nerve III problems. Common side effects include irritation of the eye, and more severe side effects include vomiting, diarrhea, increased salivation and urination, and coughing. Do not use in pets that are allergic to it or that have secondary glaucoma.

  • Pimecrolimus Ophthalmic

    Pimecrolimus ophthalmic is an eye medication used to treat certain immune-mediated inflammatory eye conditions in dogs such as keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) and chronic superficial keratitis (CSK). It is used off label in dogs.

  • Pimobendan

    Pimobendan is a medication given by mouth as a tablet or liquid, used to treat congestive heart failure in dogs. Its use in cats is off label. The most common side effects include decreased appetite and diarrhea.

  • Piroxicam

    Piroxicam (brand name: Feldene) is given by mouth in the form of a capsule to treat pain and some types of cancer in dogs. Do not use this medication in pets that are allergic to it, or in pets concurrently using corticosteroids or other NSAIDs. If a negative reaction occurs, please call your veterinary office.

  • Plaque Prevention Gel (Home Kit)

    Plaque prevention gel (brand name Oravet® Plaque Prevention Gel) is applied to a pet’s teeth at home to create an invisible barrier that will help prevent plaque and tartar formation on the exterior parts of the tooth (the crown). It can be used on both dogs and cats.

  • Polyethylene Glycol 3350

    Polyethylene glycol 3350 (PEG 3350) is a laxative that keeps water in the colon to soften stools and increase the frequency of stool production. It may also be used to empty the colon before a procedure, such as a colonoscopy. It is available with or without electrolytes. PEG 3350 is given by mouth, in the form of a powder or liquid.

  • Polymyxin B/Miconazole/Prednisolone Otic (Surolan)

    Polymyxin B/miconazole/prednisolone otic (brand name Surolan), is a combination antibacterial (polymyxin B), antifungal (miconazole), and anti-inflammatory steroid (prednisolone) ear drop medication. It is used to treat ear infections in cats and dogs. It is used “off label” or “extra-label” in species other than cats and dogs and to treat conditions other than ear infections. Polymyxin B/miconazole/prednisolone otic comes in an otic suspension form.

  • Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan

    Polysulfated glycosaminoglycan is an injectable disease-modifying osteoarthritis drug (DMOAD) used to treat non-infectious and traumatic arthritis in dogs. It is also used off-label in cats and small mammals.