Cyston is a drug that is sold in ordinary pharmacies. It consists only of natural ingredients. The tool is widely used in the treatment of pets due to the possibility of its use in young animals and the absence of severe toxic effects. Despite the natural composition of Cyston, it should only be prescribed by a veterinarian and only after assessing the animal’s health status. Further in the article we will take a closer look at the drug and instructions for its use in cats.
general description
Before wondering if cats can be given "Cyston", you should understand the drug itself. The manufacturer of the medicine is the Indian company Himalaya. Initially, the medication was developed for people, but today it is also used for animals. "Cyston" does not have toxic substances, so it can be safely given to cats. But without the appointment of a veterinarian, you should not use the drug.
A medication is produced in the form of tablets of a light brown color. They may have a heterogeneous structure and interspersed with a lighter or darker shade. The tablets are odorless, and therefore easily mixed into the food of animals. The drug is packaged in plastic jars, the kit contains instructions for use, written for people.
The main active components of "Cyston" are medicinal herbs, in addition to them, the following excipients are included in the composition:
- microcrystalline cellulose;
- colloidal silicon dioxide;
- magnesium stearate and others.
Efficiency
Cyston has a wide spectrum of action, as it contains several herbal components. Each plant has certain beneficial properties:
- Stem Didimocarpus. Contains essential oils and other beneficial elements. It has diuretic properties.
- Marena is hearty. Promotes the dissolution of stones in the bladder and kidneys, as well as removing them from the body of the animal.
- Reed saxifrage. It normalizes salt metabolism, destroys stones in the urinary system, has astringents and a diuretic effect, and relieves irritation from the bladder mucosa. In addition, the extract of this herb inhibits the activity of pathogenic microorganisms.
- Film Smykavets. It has antibacterial properties.
- Bract onosma. Fights infections of the genitourinary system. Relieves inflammation, acts as an antiseptic. Reduces irritation of the bladder mucosa during inflammation.
- Grungy Strawflower. It has diuretic properties, eliminates cramps in various pathologies.
- Ash Vernonia. Reduces pain and cramping with difficulty urinating.
- Silicon Lime. It has a diuretic effect, helps to break up the stones formed in the urinary system.
In addition, the composition of "Cyston" includes a mineral resin that has undergone preliminary treatment. This element helps to balance the salt content in the animal’s body, normalizes metabolic processes, improves the digestive system.
Plants that make up the "Cystone" contribute to the dissolution and crushing of stones in the bladder and kidneys. They also prevent the formation of new uroliths. The drug relieves inflammation, eliminates pain and irritation of the mucosa, enhances urine diversion. Also, the tool has an increased antibacterial property in relation to pathogens of various types. Due to these properties, "Cyston" is successfully used in infectious diseases and prevents possible complications.
When applied
The instructions for use "Cyston" for cats are not clearly indicated, as it is designed for humans. But still, the drug has been successfully used to treat animals. Assign it to pets with the following diseases of the urinary system:
- urolithiasis disease;
- cystitis;
- chronic kidney disease;
- infectious pathologies;
- bladder mucosa irritation;
- urethritis;
- pyelonephritis;
- other diseases of the urinary system of an infectious and non-infectious nature.
Depending on the pathology, the drug can be used both for complex treatment, and for monotherapy. Veterinarians prefer the first option, especially in the treatment of infections and inflammatory processes. In this case, "Cyston" plays the role of an auxiliary drug and enhances the action of basic medicines aimed at eliminating the symptoms and causes of the disease.
The drug can be used not only for therapy, but also for the prevention of all of the above pathologies. Often, veterinarians prescribe the drug to cats and cats to prevent the recurrence of urolithiasis, as well as animals at risk: after castration or overweight.
How to apply
As mentioned above, in the instructions for use of "Cyston" there are no clear instructions regarding animals, and therefore there are no exact dosages for cats. That is why it is important to consult a doctor before starting treatment. He will draw up a scheme of application depending on the pathology, weight and condition of the animal and select the necessary dosage.
Usually, the dosage of "Cyston" for cats is as follows:
- small animals - a quarter of the pill;
- large animals - half a pill.
Sometimes the norm is increased to 1-2 tablets. As a rule, this happens in the acute course of the disease. The medicine is used twice a day. The duration of therapy is determined by the veterinarian, and depends on the severity of the course of the disease and other factors. With urolithiasis, cyston should be given to the cat for 4-6 months.
The easiest way is to mix the tablets into the feed. Due to the absence of any smell and taste, the medicine is easy to hide in canned food, minced meat or other goodies. In special cases, you can force-feed the drug or dilute it in water and drink it from a syringe without a needle. It is worth knowing that when "Cyston" is used to treat ICD, the animal must follow a special diet. Indeed, in most cases, the formation of uroliths occurs due to malnutrition.
What are the limitations
Before giving the cat "Cyston", like any other drug, you should find out about contraindications and side effects. The tool is not recommended for intolerance to the substances that make up the composition. In this case, allergic reactions may occur. If the cat has redness, rash or itching on the skin of the cat, it is necessary to refuse further treatment and ask the veterinarian to choose another medicine. Do not use the medication for pregnant cats. It is possible only in special cases and only after a comprehensive examination of the whole organism.
Side effects
The drug does not cause side effects even when the dose is exceeded. But caution should be used when using Cyston in the presence of large uroliths. The fact is that when they exit in large parts, they can block the urinary tract or damage the mucous membrane. If blood appears in the urine of the animal and difficulty urinating, it is urgent to consult a doctor.
Advantages and disadvantages
The medicine has the following advantages:
- the composition of the drug does not contain chemical and toxic components that adversely affect the internal organs and liver;
- lack of contraindications;
- the substances that make up the plants do not accumulate in the body;
- the drug can be combined with antispasmodics, antibiotics and other drugs;
- does not cause side effects even with an overdose;
- well tolerated;
- highly effective.
The downside of "Cystone" is the duration of therapy for urolithiasis. Although other drugs treat the pathology for a long time. If you buy "Cyston" for the treatment of inflammation and infections of the urinary system, one package (100 tablets) will be unprofitable, since the bulk of the drug will remain unclaimed. The price of packaging ranges from 300 to 500 rubles. It is sold in ordinary pharmacies.
Reviews
On thematic forums you can find a lot of reviews about "Cystone" for cats, used for the appointment of veterinarians. Most often, the reviews are positive. In most cases, people use the drug to prevent and treat urolithiasis in animals. Despite the long therapy, which takes at least 12 weeks, the owners of cats note an improvement in well-being, removal of inflammation, and a decrease in aggression and irritability in cats. In the vast majority of cases, treatment with the participation of this drug is successful.
Conclusion
"Cyston" is an excellent medicine for the prevention and treatment of ICD and other disorders of the urogenital system in cats and other domestic animals. Take tablets only under the supervision of a veterinarian. The plant basis of the drug practically eliminates the appearance of side effects if there is good tolerability of all the substances that make up the composition. "Cyston" is not addictive and can be used for repeated occurrence of diseases.