Rx Vitamins for Pets provides veterinarians with nutritional formulations designed to enhance patient outcomes. Since 1998, Rx Vitamins has set the standard in the development of safe, well-researched, condition-specific formulas. We support veterinarians by providing a wide choice of treatment options to complement the conventional care of companion animals.
Unveiling the Shield: Rx Vitamins in the Fight Against Heartworm
As we observe National Heartworm Awareness Month, the spotlight turns to a silent yet severe threat affecting countless canines worldwide: heartworm disease. This condition, more than a mere inconvenience, inflicts lasting damage on a dog's heart, lungs, and arteries, potentially impairing their health and quality of life long after the parasites have been eradicated.
The Heart of the Matter: Understanding Heartworm
Heartworm disease, as outlined by the American Heartworm Society (AHS), is a serious and potentially fatal condition caused by parasitic worms residing in the arteries of the lungs and the heart of affected animals. The veterinarian recommended treatment protocol usually involves a multi-step approach, starting with doxycycline and a macrocyclic lactone, followed by a three-dose regimen of melarsomine to combat adult worms. However, the battle against heartworm extends beyond the elimination of parasites. The disease's aftermath necessitates a meticulous post-recovery regimen to mitigate long-term effects and bolster the dog's rehabilitation.
Rx Vitamins: Aiding Recovery and Enhancing Health
Rx Vitamins offers a suite of formulations designed to support the post heartworm healing process:
Nutricalm Soft Chews for Dogs: The road to recovery post-heartworm can be arduous. Inactivity is essential during the recovery phase, necessitating restricted physical activity to prevent strain on the weakened heart and lungs. Nutricalm Soft Chews for Dogs help maintain a sense of calm during confinement, mitigating stress and promoting relaxation.
Veterinarian formulated with Chamomile, Thiamine, L-Tryptophan, Melatonin, Hemp Seed, and Ginger to help support sensitive stomachs.
Formula CV: Tailored for cardiovascular support, Formula CV addresses the heart and arterial damage inflicted by heartworms, nurturing the heart's health and enhancing vascular integrity.
Combines the cardio-protective qualities of hawthorn berry, Taurine (the dominant amino acid found in heart muscle), Carnitine, (plays a critical role in the transport of long-chain fatty acids in to the mitochondria), Potassium, Magnesium (Both play important roles in the contraction and relaxation of the heart muscle), Vitamin E (provides vital antioxidant protection) and Selenium (helps protect the integrity of blood vessels).
Immuno Support: Recognizing the respiratory affliction caused by heartworms, Immuno Support ma help bolster upper respiratory lung health, aiding in the comprehensive healing of the affected canine.
The severity of heartworm disease underlines the necessity of proactive management and comprehensive care in its aftermath. With Rx Vitamins' specialized formulations, veterinarians can further aid patients for a healthier, more vibrant life post-recovery.