Small animal Toxicology

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Are OTC drugs more toxic to cats or dogs and why?

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Cats. They are more sensitive and metabolize the drugs differently

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Agent used for induction of vomiting

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Emetic

Front

All parts (even the vase water) of what flower are extremely toxic to cats?

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Lillies

Front

The process of removing or neutralizing a toxic substance in or on the body

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Decontamination

Front

Is garlic or onion more toxic?

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Garlic

Front

What kind of anemia can occur with garlic/onion toxicity?

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Heinz body anemia (RBC destruction)

Front

What is the most common emetic agent used in dogs at the vet clinic?

Back

Apo-morphine

Front

What emetic agent is used in cats instead of apomorphine? Why?

Back

Xylazine. Does not cause an excitatory reaction

Front

What does the clinical sign paresthesia mean?

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Pins and needles

Front

What organ system is affected by acetaminophen toxicity

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Liver