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My pig was on both meloxicam and gabapentin for pain. He handled the gabapentin fine but would be too lethargic to eat for an entire day on butorphanal (I butchered that spelling). I would recommend calling your vet if you’re concerned about side effects. They might adjust the dose or switch to something else. Analgesics for Use in Miniature Pigs In these topics Feeding and Nutrition of Miniature Pet Pigs It's been suggested for Beano who has persistent bladder/kidney problems. Is it safe to use long term, maybe even for life? Anyone had problems with it? I have heard of it but not used it. I can check my formulary later when home if needed though. I've only heard of Gabapentin for humans as my doctor keeps recommending it for me. Discover the challenges of pain relief in guinea pigs and learn about available options. Understand the importance of managing pain for your pet's well-being. Gabapentin can desensitize the cough sensitivity in the GERC model of guinea pig. The anti-tussive effect is associated with the alleviated peripheral neurogenic inflammation as reflected in the decreased level of SP. A 3-year-old, female, entire guinea pig presented with an 8-week history of dysuria and vocalising when urinating. Investigations included radiography, ultrasonograpy and urine culture, which did not There are several other pain relief medicines available to guinea pigs, including gabapentin, amantadine and tramadol. These can all be given in oral, liquid preparations. In addition, injectable opioids are effective and local nerve blocks can be used in some cases. Fox et al. (2003) showed that repeated doses of gabapentin (100 mg kg –1 orally) reduced mechanical hyperalgesia by 90% in guinea pigs, but a single dose had little effect. To describe recent evidence-based and peer-reviewed literature on the topic of pain assessment and pain management in guinea pigs in a systematic review. To consider impacts of current practice on guinea pig welfare and to identify areas in need of further research. Gabapentin (10 mg/kg, PO, every 12 hours) is a calcium channel blocker used to inhibit neurons stimulated by pain; it is useful for treatment of animals with chronic or neuropathic pain. My vet has prescribed Gabapentin for Peggy as her arthritis is getting worse. I have two questions, how on earth do I cut these tiny tablets in half and how do I administer them. I have only ever given my piggies liquid meds by syringe. Rabbits and guinea pigs are especially sensitive to caecal dysbiosis and possible death with inappropriate antibiotic use. Antibiotics to avoid in these species include the lincosamides, beta-lactams, and the majority of the macrolides. Guinea pigs are prone to a wide range of illnesses, pains, and inflammations. It is vital to provide guinea pigs with drugs that are both safe and effective. So, what can I give my guinea pig for pain? My vet has considered Gabapentin but hasn’t been unable to find enough information on its use in guinea pigs, or the correct dosage. The other concern is the effect in use, does it cause lethargy/confusion, as it can in humans. View Gabapentin & more Guinea Pig resources at Vetlexicon. Over 28,000 peer-reviewed resources: Canis, Bovis, Equis, Felis, Lapis & Exotis. Conclusions Gabapentin can desensitize the cough sensitivity in the GERC model of guinea pig. The anti-tussive effect is associated with the alleviated peripheral neurogenic inflammation as reflected in the decreased level of SP. Incidence is higher when agents are given orally. Chinchillas, guinea pigs, and hamsters are most susceptible. Also, direct toxicity due to streptomycin and dihydrostreptomycin occurs in gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters, and mice. Procaine, included in some penicillin preparations, can be toxic to mice and guinea pigs. I talked to my vet again about gabapentin and she felt it is very safe to use. She said she has used it on rabbits, birds, and several guinea pigs without any adverse reactions. I can't speak from experience with it yet, because I am still using metacam at this point. My guinea pig Sneezy is starting on liquid gabapentin to help lessen her ongoing intense anxiety/new territorial behaviour and any discomfort she may be in (vet checked on ultrasound and xray for anything wrong such as ovarian cysts causing this behaviour but found nothing). Limited information on the analgesic efficacy and safety of even clinically commonly used analgesic drugs in guinea pigs and chinchillas is available. Buprenorphine and meloxicam are currently the most common analgesics routinely used to treat painful conditions in guinea pigs and chinchillas. Hydromorphone has also shown to be an effective analgesic drug in these species, with limited adverse
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