Injectable

Question 1

Adequan

Answer 1

Drug Name: Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan
100mg/ml
Used to treat degenerative joint disease in canines & felines
Needs to be given twice weekly for 4 weeks, then once monthly for maintenance
Typically takes 1 month for owners to start to see effectiveness
Can be given SQ or IM

Question 2

Acepromazine

Answer 2

Drug class: Tranquilizer
10mg/mL
Used for Sedation, pre-anesthetic in canines & felines
Causes hypotension
Can cause sound sensitivity
Caution in use with aggressive patients
Lower doses in collies, sheepdogs, greyhounds, giant breeds - these breeds can be more sensitive to the medication
Can be given SQ, IV, IM
Typically diluted with sterile water

Question 3

Antisedan

Answer 3

Drug Class: A2-Adrenergic Antagonist
Drug Name: Atipamezole Hydrochloride
5mg/ml
Used for reversal of sedative & analgesic effects of Dexdomitor in canines & felines
Rapidly reverses the effects of Domitor within 5 - 10 minutes
Can be given IM

Question 4

Ampicillin and Sulbactam

Answer 4

Drug Class: Penicillin
Drug Name: Unasyn
1.5grams per vial - 1g Ampicillin & 0.5g Sulbactam
Typically reconstituted with sterile water (3.2ml) to make 250mg/ml
Can be used for treating a wide variety of infections in canines & felines
Aspiration pneumonia, abscesses, bite wounds, leptospirosis
Great alternative for patients that are not currently eating
Can be given IM or IV
Needs to given IV SLOW over 10-15 minutes
Only good for 72 hours (3 days) after reconstituting medication
Does need to be refrigerated after reconstituting

Question 5

Atropine

Answer 5

Drug Class: Anticholinergic
Type of nervous system blocker with multiple functions
0.54mg/ml
Typically used for bradycardia in canines and felines
Can also be used for hypersalivation and mushroom toxicity
Can be given SQ, IM, IV, PO
Typically given IV in emergency situations

Question 6

Bupivacaine

Answer 6

Drug Class: Local Anesthetic
Other Name: Marcaine
0.5% - 5mg/ml
Used as local anesthetic/block for canines and felines
Typically for oral nerve block
Can also be used for spays, neuters, orthopedic surgeries
Can be given SQ
Can cause arrhythmias in high doses

Question 7

Vitamin B12

Answer 7

Drug Name: Cyanocobalamin
Drug Class: Vitamin
1000 mg/ml or 500 mg/ml
Used to treat cobalamin (B12) deficiency in canines and felines
Symptoms can include - lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss
Vitamin B12 is required for cell growth, function, and reproduction
Can be given SQ & IM

Question 8

Calcium Gluconate

Answer 8

Drug Class: Cation Nutrient (Electrolyte)
100mg/ml
Used to treat hypocalcemia (LOW calcium levels) in canines and felines
Typically used in clinic patients with acute kidney failure (Urinary obstruction)
Can be given IV
Needs to be given IV slow over 10-15 minutes
ECG needs to be monitored closely for any abnormalities

Question 9

Cefazolin

Answer 9

Drug Class: Cephalosporin
1g bottle
Reconstituted with 9.6ml of sterile water to make 100mg/ml
Can be used to treat a wide variety of infections in canines and felines
Typically used for orthopedic surgeries, sepsis, foreign body surgery
Can be given IM & IV
Needs to be given IV slow when pt is awake
Only good for 10 days after reconstitution
Does need to be refrigerated after reconstitution
Can administer a 2nd dose in 90 minutes

Question 10

Cortrosyn

Answer 10

Drug Class: Hormonal Diagnostic Agent
0.25% mg per vial
Drug Name: Cosyntropin
Used as a diagnostic agent to test for hyperadrenocorticism - Addison’s disease - in canines and felines
Very uncommon in felines
Can be used to test for atypical Cushing’s disease
Can be used to check cortisol levels while treating for Addison’s disease
Can be given IM & IV
Recommended to be given IV

Question 11

Cerenia

Answer 11

Drug Class: Antiemetic
10mg/ml
Drug Name: Maropitant Citrate
Can be used for nausea and vomiting in canines and felines
Can also be used for cystitis (inflammation of the bladder), rhinitis, and coughing
Can have some sedative side effects
Can be given SQ, IV, PO
Does need to be refrigerated after opened

Question 12

Dexamethasone/ Dexamethasone SP

Answer 12

Drug Class: Corticosteroid
2mg/ml OR 4mg/ml
4mg/ml includes sodium phosphate
Can be used to treat inflammation, autoimmune disorders, diagnostic agent to test for hyperadrenocorticism - Cushing’s disease - in canines and felines
Can NOT be given with any type of NSAID
Can be given IV & IM

Question 13

Dextrose

Answer 13

Drug Class: Glucose/Sugar
50% solution
Used to treat hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
Can ONLY be given IV
Needs to be given IV SLOW

Question 14

Dexdomitor

Answer 14

Drug Class: A2 Adrenergic Agonist
0.5mg/ml & 0.1mg/ml
Drug Name: Dexmedetomidine
Used for local sedation in canines and felines
Patients can still be responsive to stimuli - loud noises, movement, etc.
Causes bradycardia, hypotension, respiratory depression
Can be given SQ, IM, IV
Can NOT be given IV in felines

Question 15

Diphenhydramine

Answer 15

Drug Class: Antihistamine
50mg/ml
Other Name: Benadryl
Can be used to treat allergic reactions in canines and felines.
Can also be used to treat motion sickness and vomiting
Can also be used to help manage overproduction of histamines due to mast cell tumors
Can cause mild sedation
Can be given SQ, IM

Question 16

Diroban

Answer 16

Drug Class: Arsenical Antiparasitic
25mg/ml
Drug Name: Melarsomine
Used to treat heartworm disease in canines
No current known treatment for heartworm disease in felines
Can ONLY be given deep IM (lumbar epaxial muscles)
Can cause tissue damage or significant toxicity if given SQ or IV

Question 17

Enrofloxacin

Answer 17

Drug Class: Fluoroquinolone
Other Name: Baytril
22.7mg/mL
Can be used to treat skin infections, UTI’s, soft tissue infections, respiratory infections in canines and felines
Can be given IV & IM
Has to be diluted 1:10 and given IV SLOW over ~10 mins

Question 18

Epinephrine

Answer 18

Drug Class: Alpha and Beta Agonist
1mg/ml
Used to treat anaphylaxis and cardiac resuscitation in canines and felines
Causes direct stimulation of the heart increasing the heart rate and contractility
Can prevent or decrease laryngeal edema, hypotension and shock
Can be given SQ, IM, IV
Can give multiple doses in emergency situations

Question 19

Furosemide

Answer 19

Drug Class: Diuretic
Other Name: Lasix; Salix
50mg/ml
Used to treat fluid buildup due to conditions such as congestive heart failure, pulmonary edema and certain kidney diseases in canines and felines.
Helps remove water from the body, causing patients to have excessive urination
Can be given IM, IV, SQ, PO

Question 20

Gentamicin

Answer 20

Drug Class: Aminoglycoside Antibiotic
Other Name: Gentocin
100mg/ml
Can be used to treat UTI’s, soft tissues infections, abscess, etc. in canines and felines
Can be Ototoxic and Nephrotoxic
Can be given IM, IM, SQ, PO

Question 21

Glycopyrrolate

Answer 21

Drug Class: Anticholinergic
0.2mg/ml
Typically used to treat bradycardia in canines and felines
Can also help with hypersalivation
Longer acting than Atropine
Can be given IV, IM, SQ

Question 22

Heparin

Answer 22

Drug Class: Anticoagulant
1000 USP per ml
Used to treat any type of thromboembolic disease in canines and felines
Rat poisoning, Heartworm treatment reactions, etc.
Can also be used as anticoagulant for blood collection
Can be given IV, SQ

Question 23

Vitamin K

Answer 23

Drug Name: Phytonadione
10mg/ml
Used to treat clotting issues in canines and felines
Rat poisoning, Liver disease
Can be given SQ, IM, PO

Question 24

Lidocaine

Answer 24

Drug Class: Local Anesthetic
2% Solution
Used as local anesthetic/block for canines and felines
Typically used for spays, neuters, orthopedic surgeries
Can also be used as antiarrhythmic
Can cause cardiac issues if overdosed
Can be given SQ, IV

Question 25

Mannitol

Answer 25

Drug Class: Diuretic 20% Solution Can be used to reduce intraocular and intracerebral pressures due to fluid build up in canines and felines. Also used to treat fluid buildup due to certain kidney diseases. Helps remove water from the body, causing patients to have excessive urination Can be given IV Needs to be given IV SLOW through a hemofilter over ~15 - 20 mins Crystallizes at room temperature so needs to be warmed up prior to administration

Question 26

Meloxicam

Answer 26

Drug Class: NSAID Other Name: Metacam 5mg/ml Brand name: Metacam, Meloxidyl Can be used for any type inflammation in canines and felines Used typically in smaller patients Can be given SQ, PO

Question 27

Metoclopramide

Answer 27

Drug Class: GI Prokinetic Agent 5mg/ml Brand name: Reglan Used to stimulate GI motility Can also be used for antiemetic purposes in canines and felines Not recommended for patients with suspected foreign bodies Can be given IV, IM, SQ, PO

Question 28

Methocarbamol

Answer 28

Drug Class: Muscle Relaxant 100mg/ml Brand Name: Robaxin Used to treat muscle spasms with associated injuries in canines and felines Used for muscle spasms/tremors associated with toxicities Can be given IV, PO Needs to be given IV SLOW over ~10 mins Can cause sedation

Question 29

Metronidazole

Answer 29

Drug Class: Nitroimidazole 5mg/ml Brand Name: Flagyl Can be used to treat gastrointestinal infections, IBD Anti-inflammatory effects in the colon Can be given IV, PO Needs to be given IV SLOW over ~30 mins Light sensitive

Question 30

Naloxone

Answer 30

Drug Class: Antidote/Opiate Antagonist 0.4mg/ml Brand Name: Narcan Used to reverse opiates in canines and felines Typically needs to be redosed Can be given IM, IV, PO, SQ

Question 31

Oxytocin

Answer 31

Drug Class: Hormonal Agent Other Name: Pictocin 20 USP per ml Can be used to enhance uterine contractions in canines and felines Can also be used to induce milk let-down Not recommended for patients that have dystocia Can be given SQ, IM, IV

Question 32

Propofol

Answer 32

Drug Class: Anesthetic Other Name: Propoflo 10mg/ml Used to induce/sedate for anesthetic procedures in canines and felines Short acting medication Can cause respiratory depression if given too quickly Can be given IV

Question 33

Walpole's Buffer Solution

Answer 33

Used to help dissolve struvite plugs in urethral obstructions in felines Very acid solution - pH 4.5 Flush into bladder during unblocking or following to help break up and dissolve struvites

Question 34

Zycortal

Answer 34

Drug Class: Mineralocorticoid Drug Name: Desoxycorticosterone Pivalate 25mg/ml Used to treat Addison's disease in canines and felines Very uncommon in felines Can be given IM, SQ

Question 35

Convenia

Answer 35

Drug Class: Cephalosporin Drug Name: Cefovecin Sodium 80mg/ml Can be used to treat a wide variety of infections in canines and felines Skin infections, UTI’s, URI, bite wounds, etc. Can be given SQ Lasts for 14 days Needs to be refrigerated Light sensitive

Question 36

Cytopoint

Answer 36

Drug Class: Caninized Monoclonal Antibody 10mg/20mg/30mg/40mg/ml Canine Allergic Dermatitis Immunotherapeutic (CADI) Used to treat allergic dermatitis and atopic dermatitis in canines Can be given SQ Each dose is weight based - 1mg per pound Ie 39lb canine would receive 40mg/ml dose Always round up on dosing patients Needs to be refrigerated Always use entire vial unless directed otherwise by the doctor Lasts for 28 days - cannot be boosted prior to 28 days. Can last for 6 weeks depending on patient

Question 37

Famotidine

Answer 37

Drug Class: H2-Receptor Antagonist Brand Name: Pepcid 10mg/ml Can be used to reduce GI acid production in canines and felines GI ulcers, gastric reflux, esophageal reflux Can be given PO, SQ, IM, IV Needs to be given IV SLOW Needs to be refrigerated

Question 38

Depo-Medrol

Question 39

Triamcinolone Acetate

Question 40

Librela

Answer 40

Drug Class: Caninized Monoclonal Antibody 5/10/15/20/30mg/ml Drug Name: Bedinvetmab Can be used to treat osteoarthritis in canines Can be given SQ Needs to be refrigerated Lasts for 28 days

Question 41

Onsior

Answer 41

Drug class: NSAID - Coxib class Drug name: Robenacoxib 20mg/mL NSAID used to treat inflammation in felines only Neuter, Spay, Bite Wound, etc Can be given SQ Needs to be refrigerated Very thick liquid - needs to be pulled up/administered with 20/18g needles

Question 42

Prozinc

Question 43

Rimadyl

Question 44

Solensia

Question 45

Vetsulin

Question 46

Buprenex

Question 47

Butorphanol

Question 48

Euthasol

Question 49

Ketamine

Question 50

Midazolam

Question 51

Stanozolol

Question 52

Telazol

Question 53

Zorbium