The drug "Kantaren" is used in veterinary medicine to treat cats and dogs with the onset of symptoms of kidney diseases (inflammatory and degenerative) and urinary tract, in particular urolithiasis. This is a complex drug, homeopathic, domestic production. Available in the form of tablets and injection. The Cantaren medication for cats is effective in the treatment of nephritis, pyelonephritis, glomerulonephritis, urethritis, cystitis, and renal colic.
Each of the plants included in the preparation exerts its own effect, which is enhanced by the action of other components.
Berberis is the primary treatment for protein metabolism disorders associated with kidney and liver diseases. This substance helps to remove sand and small stones from the kidneys, so it is very effective for renal colic. Berberis also reduces irritation and relieves inflammation in cystitis and other inflammation of the bladder.
Cantharis affects the mucous membrane of the bladder and the entire urinary tract. One of the best remedies for inflammation of the urinary tract that accompany oliguria, dysuria, hematuria, tenesmus. This substance in the Kantaren preparation is present in different potencies (D6 and D15) in order to positively influence both the acute and chronic course of the process.
Hepar sulfuris is effective in treating inflammatory processes with suppuration when staphylococcal and streptococcal microorganisms are present. The hydrogen sulfide released when the drug comes into contact with pathogens blocks the fermentation of microbes. Hepar sulfuris, in addition to pyelonephritis, pyelitis, purulent cystitis, successfully treats atony of the bladder.
Cuprum arsenicosum treats degenerative kidney disease, uremia, smooth muscle spasms of the genital organs.
Thus, the drug "Kantaren" for cats is effective as a comprehensive tool that affects the entire genitourinary system.
The action of the drug is multifaceted and includes:
- Anti-inflammatory effect. The medicine quickly removes the inflammatory process in the urinary system and prevents the growth and reproduction of pathogenic microflora, which makes it possible to do without the use of additional antibacterial drugs.
- Antispasmodic and analgesic effect. The drug "Kantaren" for cats is an excellent antispasmodic.
- Saluretic action. The drug painlessly removes stones and sand from the kidneys and ureter and prevents their formation in the future.
- Diuretic effect. In the process of treatment, excretory function of the kidneys is restored.
- Regenerative action. By stimulating blood supply, the Kantaren drug launches metabolic processes and restores the protective functions of the body.
Recently, pet owners' complaints about urinary tract diseases in cats and dogs have increased markedly. Even young animals became sick. Unfortunately, urethral syndrome in cats has become a mass phenomenon today. Why? There is no definite answer. Many blame the feed producers for this, but it’s pretty hard to say something. One thing is clear, for almost all diseases of the genitourinary system , the drug "Kantaren" is effective for cats, reviews of many animal owners confirm this.
When using the drug, the dosage must be correctly determined. Means "Kantaren" for dogs is prescribed in a dose of 2-4 ml (3 tablets) to large animals. Dogs of small breeds are prescribed 0.5-2 ml intramuscularly or 1-2 tablets inside. Reception is made once a day (rarely - 3 times a day) with a treatment duration of up to one month. The drug "Kantaren" for cats is prescribed in a dose of 0.5-1.5 ml or 1 tablet for 3-5 days in the acute form of the disease. In the chronic course of the disease, the course is longer (up to 3 weeks), but the drug is taken every other day or less.