[Gpdd] [Health] Using Flagyl

[Susi Eastin]

Jaime-
  Yes, I remember reading that Flagyl is one of the 
  accepted meds for piggies, don't remember now
  where I read it. I did a quick search to see what
  more I could learn about it, your description of
  your side effects sounded so much like what they
  gave my son's dad when he had histoplasmosis
  (the nickname of that drug is 'ampiterrible' because
  of the terrible side effects).  But this is not the 
  same thing.
  This  does note that serious side effects are rare,
  and minor side effects include nausea, headaches,
  loss of appetite. It would be hard to know if our
  piggies had a headache or nausea, but I guess it
  would certainly contribute to loss of appetite.
  The generic name is Metronidazole, and is used to 
  treat giardia  and other bacterial infections. Much 
  more information at this link, and there were other
  sites as well.  (remember, dosages, etc, here are
  for humans)
  http://www.medicinenet.com/metronidazole/article.htm
  In the past I have also gotten some great help from
  Tex (DSN) with information on various meds, etc.
  (he is worth his weight in parslies!)
  You might want to ask your vet if there is another
  medication that you could use if you aren't comfortable
  with this one, but he may feel it is best in this situation.
  Let us know what you find and how it goes. We will
  keep you in our piggie prayers!
  Susi & the Okie Piggies
  ~Buzzerre sends thanks to all for their prayers
  and support during her recent surgery and recovery
  xoxoxoxox

       
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