The level of
sodium restriction required in advanced heart failure is usually only found in veterinary prescription diets, however, many pets will not accept the palatability of foods this restricted.
Not exact matches
These amounts are also referring to healthy adults, and not necessarily someone who has a disease or condition which
requires them to follow specific dietary
restriction, such as those with chronic kidney disease who may need to limit their protein intake or someone with high blood pressure who it is recommended limit their
sodium intake to 1,500 mg per day.
Moderate
sodium restriction is important in dogs with moderate heart disease, but severe heart disease
requires very strict
restriction.
For cats with congestive heart failure significant
sodium (salt)
restriction is recommended and with refractory congestive heart failure may
require extreme
sodium restriction to help maintain their comfort when symptoms can not be well - controlled with medication.
This could be a problem in patients with congestive heart failure or other patients who
require sodium restriction May stunt growth if used in young, growing animals May lower seizure threshold and alter mood and behavior At high doses, this medication can cause birth defects early in pregnancy, be irritating to the stomach or cause higher than normal blood sugar levels If your pet has received high doses, it should not be vaccinated without your veterinarian's advice as the vaccine may not work or it may actually give your pet the disease you are trying to prevent Less common side effects include weight gain, insomnia, panting, diarrhea, vomiting, elevated liver enzymes, pancreatitis and behavior changes Serious side effects are not expected with routine use.