Cystease

Cystease S 125mg Capsules pack of 300 £ 50.99 qty

Cystease contains N-Acetyl Glucosamine, a precursor for GAG, both products are classed as 'neutraceuticals'. This means they are food supplements not prescription controlled drugs. Lower urinary tract disorders affect approximately one percent of the British cat population. Diagnosis and Management of lower urinary tract disorder. The most important element of diagnosis is taking a good history, followed by a detailed physical examination of the cat. Then urinalysis and culture, radiography and contrast studies can be performed to look for infectious agents and uroliths.

Dietary management of lower urinary tract disorder through supplementation

Supplementation with Cystease helps: 1) Replace and maintain a healthy GAG bladder mucosal mucin layer 2) Stimulates increased GAG production by mucosal cells 3) Decreases bladder wall permeability thus reducing bladder wall inflammation.

Both 'Cystease' and 'Cystaid' are now widely used by UK Vets with most reporting an apparent improvement in their patient's condition with use.

Dosage

The initial treatment dose for a cat showing signs is 125mg by mouth twice daily for two weeks. Then 125mg every one to two days (depending on response) for maintenance. Increasing again if a flare up of the condition is suspected.