Veterinary Drugs

Dexamethasone

Dexamethasone

anti-inflammatory steroid

Alprazolam

anxiety reducer; controlled substance

Ofloxacin

eye antibiotic

Levothyroxine

Thyro-Tabs; treats hypothyroidism

Simethocone

Gas-X; relieves excess gas in the digestive tract

Telazol

intravenous drug that induces anesthesia

Trilostane/Vetoryl

treats Cushing's disease in dogs

Carprofen

Vetprofen; NSAID to relieve pain and inflammation; comparable to ibuprofen in humans

Galliprant

NSAID for pets with liver issues; pain relief

Morphine

treats pain; used to premed

Xanax

treats anxiety; controlled substance

Prednisone

steroidal anti-inflammatory for DOGS ONLY; also treats autoimmune diseases

Methylprednisolone

stronger steroidal anti-inflammatory

Methimazole

Felimazole; treats hyperthyroidism

Atropine

increases heart rate

Theophylline

treats bronchospasms and cardiogenic edema (increased pressure in the heart)

Cosequin

joint supplement (starts with C)

Fenbendazole

Panacur; dewormer

Proin

treats urinary incontinence

Apoquel

treats allergies and itching; works like cytopoint

Dexdomitor

sedative to keep pets asleep during surgery

Lidocaine

local anesthetic

Clavacillin

broad spectrum antibiotic; treats mild UTIs, wounds, URIs, and Staph infections

Enrofloxacin

antibiotics for URIs, UTIs, skin infections (think Slinky)

Cephalexin

antibiotic for skin infections (think Zach)

Gentamicin

antibiotic for eyes and the surrounding area

Animax

antibiotic for surface level skin wounds

Metronidazole

antibiotic for diarrhea

Clindamycin

antibiotic for wounds and dental infections

Acepromazine

sedative; not a controlled substance

Hydromorphone

opioid used to premed

Phenobarbital

seizure med; controlled substance

Levetiracetam

Keppra; seizure med

Praziquantel

tapeworm dewormer

Xylazine

non-opioid sedative

Ketoprofen

NSAID fever reducer

Amantadine

chronic pain relief; controlled substance

Cyclosporine

treats autoimmune disorders in dogs

Atopica

treats autoimmune disorders in cats

Benazepril

ACE inhibitor - relaxes veins and arteries to lower blood pressure

Spironolactone

treats high blood pressure and heart failure

Ketamine

injectable, short-acting anesthetic

Miconazole

antifungal (starts with M)

Forti-Flora

probiotic powder

Diroban

heartworm treatment

Entyce

appetite stimulant for dogs

Elura

appetite stimulant for cats

Proviable

gut probiotic

Composure

calming chews

Forbid

deters pets from eating poop

Mirtazipine

appetite stimulant

Amoxicillin

broad spectrum antibiotic, not effective against Staphylococcal infections

Cefazolin

preventative antibiotic during surgery

Silver Sulfadiazine

antibiotic ointment for skin wounds, burns, open wounds

Sulfadimethoxine

Primor; antibiotic for resistant UTIs

Mupirocin

antibiotic ointment for skin wounds, rashes, and acne

Zonisamide

treats seizures

Butorphanol

cough suppressant; controlled substance

Gabapentin

treats nerve pain; relieves anxiety

Meloxicam

Metacam, Meloxidyl; liquid NSAID; pain relief

Methocarbamol/Robaxin

muscle relaxer

Trazodone

treats anxiety

Amlodipine

calcium channel blocker that decreases blood pressure

Prednisolone

steroidal anti-inflammatory for CATS and dogs; also treats autoimmune diseases

Thiopental

short-acting anesthetic for brief procedures

Enalapril

vasodilator; treats high blood pressure and heart failure; can be used in conjunction with pimobendan

Pimobendan

Vetmedin; strengthens heart contractions

Ursodiol

dissolves gallstones

Clomipramine

treats behavioral problems in dogs

Temeril-P

cough suppressant

Artificial Tears

lubricant eye drops

Denamarin

liver supplement; must be given one hour before eating

Furosemide

Lasix; helps with fluid retention/swelling during congestive heart failure

Cerenia

treats nausea and vomiting

Famotidine

Pepcid; treats acid reflux

Vetri-Liver

liver supplement

Drontal

dewormer often given to puppies and kittens

Ceftazidime

Tazicef; antibiotic for reptiles and amphibians

Cefpodoxime

antibiotic for skin infections

Dasaquin

joint supplement (starts with D)

Metoclopramide

promotes gut motility

Meclizine

treats motion sickness

Endosorb

treats diarrhea; OTC (starts with E)

Sucralfate

Carafate; coats lining in stomach and intestines to protect ulcers against acid and enzymes, allowing them to heal

Pro-Pectalin

treats diarrhea; OTC (starts with P)

Nutrical

nutritional supplement

Omeprazole

treats acid reflux

Misoprostol

hormone that prevents gastric ulceration

Derma 3 Liquid

omega 3 fatty acid supplement for a healthy coat

Diphenhydramine

Bendaryl; antihistamine

Terbinifine

antifungal (starts with T)

Epinephrine

hormone adrenaline that treats anaphylaxis

Propofol

short-acting intravenous drug used to induce anesthesia

Cefovecin

Convenia; antibiotic for wounds and abscesses

Trimethoprim-Sulfa (TMS)

SMZ-TMP; antibacterial for resistant UTIs

Marboquin

antibiotic for severe UTIs

Pentobarbital

Fatal Plus; used for euthanasia

Doxycycline

antibiotic for respiratory infections

Nystatin

antifungal (starts with N)

Betagen

GenOne; antifungal spray