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Another trend is the use of Gabapentin as a pre-anesthetic medication for cats undergoing surgery. By administering Gabapentin before surgery, veterinarians can help reduce the amount of anesthesia needed during the procedure, which can lead to a quicker recovery time and less post-operative pain for the cat . Studies have not shown gabapentin to be as effective for acute pain in cats as some other medications like buprenorphine, and so it is less commonly prescribed for a sudden onset of a painful condition, or after surgery. In our practice we send home gabapentin for post surgical pain following dental extractions. These cats have been treated with opioid analgesics and local intraoral nerve blocks prior to the surgery and they are sent home with only gabapentin for post surgical pain relief. Give directly or in one tablespoonful of food 2-3 hours before transport to the surgery. Specialist opinion backs up our opinion that this volume of food on this time scale is not an unacceptable risk even if subsequent additional sedation or anaesthesia is required. Increased use of gabapentin for pre-anesthetic sedation: Veterinarians are increasingly using gabapentin as a pre-anesthetic sedative in cats undergoing surgery or other medical procedures. I have a cat who has to have heart meds twice per day. The drug is Atenolol, and he takes a quarter of the lowest dosage human pill. He really, truly hated the capsule form opened and mixed with his soft food. He could suss it out any time he wanted, and it was expensive to have it compounded that way by a pharmacist. If your cat is taking gabapentin in capsule or tablet form, mix the prepared powder with a small amount of your cat’s favorite food or a bit of water so they can swallow it easily. If using the liquid form, use the syringe to carefully administer the medication directly into your cat’s mouth, slowly squirting it near the back of the tongue. Before undergoing surgery, cats may need to be sedated to ensure a smooth and safe procedure. Gabapentin is often administered as a pre-anesthetic medication to help relax the cat and reduce any discomfort they may experience during the process. After surgery, it can also be used as a pain reliever to help manage post-operative pain, ensuring a You do need to be a current client with Four Paws at Fulshear because you need a doctor-patient relationship prior to getting a treatment plan for surgery. That is required by Texas state law. By having an exam, I can catch any possible health issues that your cat may have prior to anesthesia. That way we can tailor anesthetic procedures for them. While your cat is not having surgery, it is a sort of similar thing- she still needs to be poked to be sedated. Can you maybe ask about giving 100mg the night before and 100mg that morning as a compromise? Have you given your cat gabapentin before (and what dose) and how did she cope with that? The standard recommendation for using gabapentin for veterinary visits is to administer it 2 to 3 hours before the appointment. However, a dose the night before can provide a more gradual onset of the medication’s effects, allowing your cat to wake up in a calmer state. Our veterinarians have prescribed a sedative called gabapentin. This medication is extremely safe and gentle for cats. Gabapentin will help your cat feel more relaxed traveling to the hospital and while waiting for their procedure. Cats need to get their gabapentin 2-3 hours prior to traveling to the hospital. Hi all! Appreciate professional opinions here. My three-year-old feline is having dental surgery next week. First time at this vet clinic. Today she was in for her bloodwork and on leaving they gave what they are calling a comfort package – which is basically two syringes of gabapentin to be given night before, and morning of surgery. Trazadone, Gabapentin, Alprazolam are a few of the premedications that are used for dogs and cats. These medications may cause a slight sedative effect, which helps to decrease the anesthetic dose. The Night Before Surgery: Dinner is OK to give, but your pet should not have access to food for 8 hours before surgery (we recommend that you pick up any food before midnight). No need to remove water. Do not administer amlodipine, benazepril, enalapril, furosemide, or sildenafil tonight or tomorrow morning. If the gabapentin is treating chronic pain—arthritis, for example—a cat will probably just be a little stiffer until their next dose. But if it is after surgery, the consequences of that pain can be significant. Absolutely check with the vet. They make a plan for surgeries that includes the different sedation and anaesthesia drugs. Your vet will need to know about the gabapentin so they can factor this in. The vet might give you guidance on timing or alternatives. cats (gabapentin for analgesia in cats = 5 – 10 mg/kg or 25 – 50 mg per cat, PO, BID) • The use of pre-hospital gabapentin has been the single most effective tool for reducing fear and anxiety in healthy cats that I and many clinicians have used. • Expect that cats will be ataxic and slow but not overtly sedate on this dose of gabapentin. Gabapentin is commonly prescribed in cats for pain and sedation. There are few safe, long-term pain medications approved for cats. Gabapentin is given orally to cats and can often be compounded into flavored liquids to make it easier to give to your cat. Thus far, Gabapentin appears to be a safe alternative to other medications on the market. 6. Can gabapentin make my cat hungry? Yes, studies suggest that gabapentin may increase a cat’s appetite, although the underlying mechanisms are still being studied. This effect can be beneficial for cats who have reduced appetite due to stress or illness. 7. Can gabapentin be used for travel anxiety? Absolutely.
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