Antiviral drug Forvet: General information, instructions

Use of the drug "Forvet" for cats

The drug “Forvet” is a veterinary medicine against viruses, which is intended for the prevention and treatment of disorders of the animal’s gastrointestinal tract, as well as various diseases caused by viruses in cats. At the same time, Forvet is an immunomodulator that can improve your pet’s immunity.

The main areas of application of Forvet are:

• Infectious diseases.
• Adenoviruses.
• Herpesvirus hepatitis in cats.
• Contagious hepatitis.
• Caliciviruses.
• Rotavirus enteritis.
• Parvovirus enteritis.
• Distemper of carnivores.
• Increasing immunity and resistance to infections.
• Skin diseases of cats.
• Dermatophytosis.
• Atopic dermatitis.
• Wounds that do not heal over a long period.
• Increasing the speed of recovery after surgery and injuries.
• In order to increase resistance to adverse factors.
• Changes in the cat’s usual living conditions - when changing owners, transporting to a new place, temporarily living in an unfamiliar territory, etc.

Analogues of the drug

Forvet has no complete analogues. This is explained both by the unique composition of the drug and its complex effect on the cat’s body. Forvet has the following properties:

• immunocorrective;
• antiviral;
• anti-inflammatory;
• sedative.

Forvet is unique in its composition and complex action - it has no analogues

Other veterinary drugs cannot boast of this combination of properties. However, in each of the treatment areas, you can choose a remedy that is similar in effect, which will be more affordable. After all, Forvet has a fairly high cost: the price of an injection solution is about 400 rubles for a 5 ml bottle, and eye drops are 300 rubles for a 10 ml bottle.

Table: functional analogues of injection Forvet

Composition of the drug "Forvet"

According to the instructions for use of Forvet for cats, the active ingredient of the drug is a purified extract of Solanum tuberosum shoots. It is a polysaccharide complex of the hexose glycoside class. In addition, the drug contains rhamnose, arabinose, glucose, galactose, xylose, mannose and uronic acids. Excipients: sodium chloride and water for injection.

Externally, Forvet is a transparent, colorless or brownish liquid.

Pharmacological properties

The medicinal effect of the drug is due to the polysaccharide complex Panavir. The medication has the following pharmacological properties:

• increases the defenses of the animal's body;
• stimulates the production of interferon, a protein synthesized in response to viral invasion;
• suppresses the activity of viruses, which leads to their death;
• promotes the survival of infected cells;
• starts regeneration processes and helps the animal recover after illnesses or injuries (surgeries);
• accelerates the healing process of wounds and prevents the occurrence of complications, including swelling and purulent inflammation;
• improves metabolic processes.

As a result of using the medicine, the cat’s body becomes resistant to viral infections, as well as the negative effects of external factors, including stress. At the same time, the drug does not have a carcinogenic effect on the body and is considered a safe immunostimulating agent for animals.

Forvet for cats is considered safe, but before use, consult a doctor and read the instructions for use to achieve the greatest effect.

"Forvet" for cats: instructions for use

The medicine "Forvet" is used exclusively on the recommendations of a veterinarian. Treatment of cat diseases with Forvet is prescribed in the case of viral diseases, skin inflammations, ailments transmitted from rodents, and in surgical practice. Also, the medicine is an excellent prophylactic agent and in combination with other drugs.

The Forvet solution is in all cases administered intravenously or subcutaneously.

In case of disease prevention, the drug is administered 2 times at intervals of 24 to 48 hours. The dose of the drug is selected depending on the weight of the cat: 2.5 ml if the cat’s body weight is less than 5 kg and 5 ml if the cat’s body weight is more than 5 kg.

To eliminate painful symptoms, on the recommendation of a doctor, the injection scheme for the Forvet solution is as follows:

• When treating various types of viral diseases, as well as calcevirus infection, 1 ml of the product for every 5 kg of animal body weight once a day.
• For skin diseases and wounds that do not heal for a long period of time - 1 ml for every 10 kg of weight once every 24 hours.

Usually the drug is administered over 7-10 days. However, in some cases, the duration of therapy and the amount of medication is determined by the attending veterinarian. The method of using Forvet is prescribed based on the individual characteristics of the animal and the specifics of the disease.

Release form

The medicine is available in the form of a light brown or clear liquid for intramuscular or intravenous administration. You can purchase Forvet for injection in bottles and ampoules of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 ml.

To treat infectious lesions of the organs of vision, you can buy the drug in the form of eye drops. They are prescribed to eliminate ulcerative keratitis, corneal erosion, and conjunctivitis of various origins.

The manufacturer also offers Forvet, specially designed for dogs, calves and piglets.

Prices for the drug "Forvet"

We reviewed the instructions for using Forvet for cats. The price of this drug is quite high. Despite the fact that the product is produced in Russia, the herbal origin of the medicine requires the use of complex technologies. As a result, Forvet is a high-quality, broad-spectrum medicine.

The drug can be purchased in veterinary pharmacies throughout Russia and neighboring countries. The cost ranges from 420-450 rubles per bottle.

In online veterinary pharmacies the price for Forvet is perhaps slightly lower. However, when placing an order on online resources, you need to carefully study customer reviews of the seller. Otherwise, you can purchase a low-quality product that will harm the health of your pet.

Content

1. General description of the drug 2. Characteristics 3. Is it effective 4. Types 5. How to use correctly 6. Benefits 7. Reviews from dog owners

A strong immune system reliably protects the body from viruses and infections. To protect your dog from various types of diseases, colds, pneumonia and other complications, complex therapy should be carried out. The use of vitamins helps strengthen the immune system.

If your dog has health problems, take the animal to the vet. Perhaps, based on the results of an examination and clinical study of the body, Forvet, an effective medicine for strengthening the immune system, will be prescribed.

Reviews from veterinarians

Practicing veterinarians recommend using the drug “Forvet”, guided by the following facts:

• "Forvet" is a medicine of exclusively herbal origin.
• The solution is based on Panavir, an active substance that has been successfully used in human therapy.
• Instructions for using Forvet for cats, reviews indicate that the product is a pioneer among pharmacological drugs with high molecular weight polyanionic polysaccharide, which belongs to the class of hexose glycosides. This substance gives the drug resistance to viruses and antiherpetic properties. It is the polysaccharide Panavir that is an immunomodulator.

• The drug simultaneously kills viruses and improves immunity. Normalization of the body's immune status coefficient occurs due to the induction of alpha and gamma interferons.
• The instructions for using Forvet for cats note a wide range of uses for the drug: the drug is used for viral infections, dermatological diseases, to prevent post-traumatic and post-operative deterioration, and for stressful conditions in order to enhance adaptive processes.
• Due to its immunomodulatory properties, Forvet increases the resistance of pets to infections caused by viruses and bacteria, difficult environmental conditions, and diseases transmitted from animal to animal (including through contact with the main carriers of diseases - rodents). The drug also normalizes the animal’s metabolic processes.
• "Forvet" is easily tolerated by cats, it can be prescribed from an early age of the pet.
• The medicine is tolerated by pregnant cats without complications.
• The product practically does not cause allergies and has no contraindications.
• The healing properties of Forvet appear not only in the initial stage of the disease, but also in its middle.

Side effects

The drug belongs to the category of low-hazard substances. It does not cause cell mutation, has no carcinogenic effect and does not have a toxic effect on the embryo. Forvet can be used with other medications.

As a rule, the use of Forvet does not cause side effects in cats. But if unusual symptoms occur at the same time as treatment, you should consult your doctor regarding further use. If an allergic reaction occurs in the form of a skin rash and redness, the animal is prescribed antihistamines and symptomatic treatment, and the use of Forvet is discontinued . As a rule, such a side effect was observed only in isolated cases.

Precautionary measures

When using the drug "Forvet" you should adhere to the following precautions:

• When starting long-term treatment, injections should not be skipped. This leads to a decrease in the therapeutic effect. If for some reason one injection is missed, Forvet injections should be resumed at the same dose and according to the previously prescribed regimen.
• The drug may be combined with other medications.
• Forvet should be used with caution, adhering to personal hygiene standards. It is advisable to use rubber gloves when handling a sick cat.
• Do not allow the drug to come into contact with the skin and mucous membranes (eyes, mouth). If the product gets into these areas, immediately wash the affected parts of the body with plenty of running water.
• People who are hypersensitive to certain components of Forvet should avoid contact with the drug.
• Ampoules and bottles of medicine cannot be used for other purposes. After using the product, the container must be disposed of immediately.
• The medicine package should be stored in a dark place out of reach of children.
• The medicine must be stored in its entire package away from food.
• The drug "Forvet" should be stored at a temperature range from +4 to +25°C.
• After the expiration date, the medicine must be thrown away.

Contraindications

The drug Forvet has a minimal number of contraindications for use. Among them we can name only individual sensitivity and allergic reaction to components. Due to good tolerability, Forvet is allowed to be prescribed to kittens, pregnant and lactating cats.

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Giving Forvet to a cat must follow certain rules.:

• It is unacceptable to skip the administration of the medicine, as this will significantly reduce its effectiveness. If this happens, increasing the next dose is strictly prohibited.
• Hygiene should be observed when giving injections and disposable gloves should be used.
• Do not consume food or liquid, or smoke while working with the drug.
• It is forbidden to apply the drug to the skin and mucous membranes of the mouth and eyes. In case of accidental contact with the substance, you should immediately wash it off with soap and water.
• Persons with allergic reactions should avoid contact with the liquid. If allergy symptoms occur, you should immediately consult a doctor, taking with you the instructions or packaging from Forvet.
• The containers in which the drug was located cannot be reused.

Composition and features

Forvet is a medicine that has pronounced immunostimulating and antiviral properties. Available in the form of an injection solution and eye drops. The composition of these dosage forms of the drug is almost identical, but the differences lie in the features of application and purpose (used for the treatment and prevention of various diseases).

The basis of the drug is the Panavir complex. This is an extract of potato shoots that has been pre-cleaned. It contains various polysaccharides. You can find a complete list of them in the instructions for use. Sodium chloride and purified water are additional components that perform only an auxiliary function. The eye drops also contain nipagin.

The solution for injection is packaged in glass ampoules or vials. They come in different volumes (from 1 ml), so it’s easy to choose a package of the appropriate size depending on the weight of the animal and the duration of use.

Important! There are no special requirements for storing the medicine, but after opening the bottle it can only be used for 2 weeks.

Eye drops are packaged in polymer bottles. They are equipped with a dropper, which makes using the product simple and convenient. Bottles of 5 and 10 ml are available for sale. For puppies and small animals, you should choose a smaller package, but for medium and large dogs it is better to purchase a large bottle.