Methio-Form

DL-Methionine

Side effects may include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. If your pet exhibits an allergic reaction (symptoms may include swelling, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, etc.), contact your veterinarian immediately.

Methio-Form may cause Heinz body anemia in cats. The symptoms of this include tiredness, weakness, pale gums, difficulty breathing, loss of appetite, and heart murmurs. If you notice any of these symptoms in your cat, contact your veterinarian.

Not for use in animals with liver disease, pancreatic disease, kidney failure, metabolic acidosis, or urate urinary stones. Do not use in kittens.

Tell your veterinarian about any medications, vitamins, supplements, aminoglycoside antibiotics, or quinidine that your pet is taking, as interactions may occur.

Do not combine Methio-Form with diets that acidify urine unless recommended by your veterinarian.

Refrain from using Methio-Form in pets with proven liver, kidney or pancreatic disease. It should be never be used in animals with kidney stones or metabolic acidosis. Never combine this drug with food that acidifies the urine unless specifically instructed by veterinarian. Extreme caution is required while administering Methio-Form with aminoglycoside antibiotics such as gentamicin or quinidine. Always reveal to the veterinarian, the details of other medications, nutritional supplements and vitamins that the pet is on. 

Clinical results show that the medication is well tolerated by dogs. However, in some cases, side effects such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea are reported, which should be intimated to the veterinarian immediately. Over dosage can result in serious and often fatal metabolic acidosis, which calls for urgent medical intervention. Symptoms of overdose might include loss of appetite, pale mucous membranes, and imbalance. 

Ask your veterinarian or consult with one of our pet care specialists at 1-800-844-1427.

This information is for informational purposes only and is not meant as a substitute for the professional advice of, or diagnosis or treatment by, your veterinarian. Always seek the advice of your veterinarian or other qualified professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional advice due to what you may have read on our website. Our medications are FDA approved and/or EPA regulated when and as required by law.

Follow the directions provided by your veterinarian.

The usual daily dose for cats cats is ½-1 tablet per 2.5 to 3 pounds of body weight.

Average size adult cats will normally receive 1 ½-3 tablets daily depending on the cat’s weight.

The usual dose for dogs up to 15 lbs is ½-4 tablets, for dogs 15 to 33 pounds give 2-7 tablets, and for dogs 33 to 66 lbs give 4-13 tablets.

Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.