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DEGENERATIVE MYELOPATHY (DM)

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Species affected: Dogs

Background: Degenerative myelopathy is an autoimmune disease similar to multiple sclerosis, causing inflammation of nerve sheaths in the spinal cord. It is most common in German shepherd dogs.
Symptoms: Progressive weakness and ultimately, paralysis.

Diagnostics: Rule out arthritis, tumors, spondylosis.

Special Notes: Exercise is an important part of slowing the process.

Principles for Supplementation: Natural support involves nutrients that aid neurological health as well as musculoskeletal health; many of the animals have advanced arthritis along with DM.

CANINE PRODUCTS—DEGENERATIVE MYELOPATHY (DM)
Formulas
 Dosage
 Mechanism/Purpose
Aminocaproic acid Dogs
 500 mg tid
  Neuroprotective
Arthroplex Dogs
 1 capsule/25 lbs bid
  Helps relieve pain associated with “hind end weakness.”
Double Strength
Bromelain Dogs
 1capsule/25 lbsbid or tid (on empty stomach) Keep in capsule.
 Degenerative myelopathy may be an immune-mediated disease;
bromelain may suppress immune complex
formation/deposition.
E400 Selenium Dogs
 1 tablet/50-90 lbs
 Antioxidant recommended in Florida State University DM
protocol. No added soy oil (a pro-oxidant). Selenium in high doses is toxic. Vitamin E can raise blood pressure and can increase coagulation time. Use less in case of heart failure or if animal is on digoxin.
Moducare Dogs
 1 capsule/25 lbs, sid
(give between meals)
Plant sterols help modulate immune system.
Small Animal
Antioxidant Dogs
 1 capsule/25 lbs, sid
Antioxidants may slow progression of the disease as antiinflammatory,
free radical scavengers.
Super EPA Dogs
 ½ - 1 capsule/25 lbs
 Anti-inflammatory.


Source
Veterinarian’s Desk Reference of Natural Medicines
This guide is intended for use by licensed veterinarians only. While pet owners may find this information useful,
they should not attempt to self-diagnose their animal friends. The Veterinary Institute of Integrative Medicine
always recommends that your animal’s healthcare be directed under the guidance of a veterinarian.
http://www.viim.org/therapeutics/VDR_2004a_final.pdf

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