Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
How pimobendan helps dogs with heart disease like DCM and mitral
By Boswood, Adrian·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2010·Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Current use of pimobendan in canine patients with heart disease.
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Plain-English summary
A dog with heart disease may be treated with a medication called pimobendan, which helps improve heart function and blood flow. This drug is commonly used for dogs suffering from conditions like dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and degenerative mitral valve disease (DMVD), both of which can lead to heart failure. Clinical studies have shown that pimobendan can be effective in managing these heart issues, helping dogs feel better and live more comfortably. If your dog has been diagnosed with heart disease, ask your vet if pimobendan is a suitable option for their treatment.
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Abstract
Pimobendan is a drug with both inotropic and vasodilatory properties and is widely used for the treatment of heart failure in dogs. The best evidence regarding its efficacy is derived from several clinical studies of dogs with the two most common conditions that result in heart failure: dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and degenerative mitral valve disease (DMVD). The main studies addressing the effectiveness of pimobendan in dogs with DCM and DVMD are discussed in this article.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20610012/