The most common symptoms of hyperthyroidism are losing weight even though your cat might be hungrier and eating more.
To confirm the diagnosis your veterinary surgeon will arrange a blood test in order to measure levels of the T4 hormone.
Felimazole contains the anti-thyroid drug thiamazole, which reduces the production of T4 and T3 within the thyroid gland.
Follow the instructions given by your veterinary surgeon. Felimazole tablets are best given directly to your cat, but the small, sugar-coated tablets can also be hidden whole in the food.
Speak to your veterinary surgeon. DO NOT give a double dose next time. If your cat is due to have a monitoring blood test within a couple of days of missing a tablet, MAKE SURE YOU LET YOUR VETERINARY SURGEON KNOW as it could affect the blood results.
To maintain normal T4 and T3 concentrations in the blood your cat will need to be dosed with Felimazole every day for the rest of their life.
Yes. It is important that your cat revisits your veterinary surgeon for assessment and monitoring tests. These are recommended at 3, 6, 10 and 20 weeks after starting treatment and thereafter every 3 months.
Side-effects most commonly occur within the first 3 months of therapy. They are generally mild and include inappetence, vomiting and lethargy. More serious side-effects are possible so if your cat becomes unwell at any time while on Felimazole therapy, stop treatment and consult your veterinary surgeon as soon as possible.
