Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Long-term use of NSAIDs for chronic pain in cats
By Sparkes, Andrew H et al.·Published in Journal of feline medicine and surgery·2010·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: ISFM and AAFP consensus guidelines: long-term use of NSAIDs in cats.
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
A cat with chronic pain, often due to conditions like arthritis, may benefit from long-term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). While most information about NSAIDs comes from studies on other animals, recent guidelines suggest that some NSAIDs are safe and effective for long-term treatment in cats. These guidelines aim to help veterinarians make informed decisions about using NSAIDs to manage pain in cats, improving their quality of life. If your cat is experiencing ongoing pain, talk to your vet about whether NSAIDs could be a good option for them.
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Abstract
UNLABELLED: NSAIDS AND CATS: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are an important class of drug in feline medicine, having analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic activity. While most published data on their use in this species relate to short-term (often perioperative) therapy, there is increasing evidence of the value of these drugs in treating chronic pain in cats (for example, that associated with degenerative joint disease), and some NSAIDs have now become licensed for long-term use in cats in some geographies. Most of our knowledge of therapeutic mechanisms or adverse drug reactions associated with NSAIDs is extrapolated from work in other species, and there is a paucity of published data relating to cats. GUIDELINES: These guidelines have been drawn together by an expert panel, which have reviewed the current literature on long-term NSAID use in cats and other species, and developed guidance on their use based on this information. The aim is to provide practical information for veterinarians to encourage appropriate NSAID therapy whenever cats will benefit from the use of these drugs.
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