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Clopidogrel is used off label to prevent abnormal blood clots in dogs, cats, and horses. In cats, this medication may also improve circulation in the lower limbs when used after a blood clot event. It is given by mouth in the form of a tablet or compounded liquid.
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Clorazepate dipotassium is given by mouth and is used off label to treat epilepsy and various behavior disorders. Give as directed by your veterinarian. Clorazepate dipotassium should not be used in pets that are allergic to it or other benzodiazepines or in pets with significant liver disease.
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Clostridial enterotoxicosis is a complex and poorly understood syndrome characterized by diarrhea that is associated with the bacteria Clostridium perfringens (CP). It is associated with acute or chronic diarrhea. Clostridial enterotoxicosis is not caused by the bacteria directly, but by a toxin produced by the bacteria.
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Clotrimazole otic is a topical antifungal medication used in the treatment of otitis externa (inflammation of the external ear) associated with susceptible strains of yeast and other fungal organisms in cats, dogs, and rabbits. It may be part of combination product containing antimicrobials and/or steroids.
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Clotrimazole topical is an antifungal medication used in the treatment of surface skin infections caused by fungal organisms in cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, reptiles, and other animals. Clotrimazole topical comes in in liquid drop, ointment, and spray forms.
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Cloxacillin is given by mouth and is used off label to treat certain bacterial infections, most commonly staphylococcal infections. Common side effects include gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting and diarrhea. Do not use in pets that have an allergy to penicillins or cephalosporins.
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Nobody would call him "slender," but when he trots down the street with that funny rolling gait, his short legs and wide body doing their best to keep up the pace, he makes everybody smile. The stockiest spaniel, the Clumber is also the most easygoing - in fact, one of the most low-keyed of all sporting dogs.
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Coagulation is the series of events that result in the formation of a clot. In the body, coagulation occurs after any injury to a blood vessel or tissue, in order to stop the bleeding. Certain diseases such as liver disease and rodenticide toxicity can affect the production of clotting factors.
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Coal tar and coal tar combinations topical (Imrex® shampoo, Sulfodene® shampoo, Nova Pearls® shampoo, Pharmasal-T®s shampoo) are used to treat various skin conditions in dogs, including oily skin conditions like seborrhea oleosa as well as flea bite dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis. They decrease inflammation, reduce itchiness and control the levels of grease on the skin.
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The general condition of your dog's skin and coat are good indicators of their health. A healthy coat should be shiny and smooth, not coarse or brittle. Healthy skin should be supple and clear, not greasy, flaky, or bumpy. Health and nutrition influence the shine and texture of your cat's coat from the inside, while regular grooming and skin care help keep it clean and tangle-free on the outside.