Medications for animals are available in different sizes and preparations than for humans. Pittwater Animal Hospital has a well stocked pharmacy with a variety of medications suitable for animals of all sizes and species.
During a consultation with your veterinarian, it may be decided that your pet could benefit from medication. At that time your veterinarian will
- Select the appropriate medication
- Calculate the dose of medication and how long it should be administered.
- Print a label with your pet’s details and the medication details and instructions
- Prepare the medication from our extensive pharmacy
- Return and explain how and when to administer the medication
The medication supplied by your veterinarian may be very helpful, but occasionally your pet may have an adverse reaction. If you think the medication is causing a problem please call reception on 99137979 or email reception@pittvets.au
Giving some pets medications can be difficult. If you are having problems giving medication to your pet please contact us. An alternative may be possible.
Some medications can be supplied long term. This will be discussed with your veterinarian and it will be written in your pet’s history. When new medication is needed it can be ordered online.
Animals on long term medication need to be under the care of a veterinarian. The medication dose should be reviewed regularly. This can be done at the yearly vaccination and health check or during a regular medication review.
Some medications are more unusual and difficult to stock. Your veterinarian may need to write a prescription for this medication to be supplied by a human pharmacy. A prescription fee will always be charged for this service.
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