Wow, that is a really low dose of dex. When I have given dex shots, I have given 1 whole cc at a time, or 1/2 cc mixed with 1/2 cc depomedrol. And none of my cats weighed more than 9 or 10 pounds at the time, some as little as 6. But I was not giving it every day long-term, either, just for one or two days until the depo kicked in, then not for a week or two.
Just so you know, if you ever need to, you can give him more. I wouldn't at this point if he doesn't need it, though.
Michelle
In a message dated 9/11/2006 2:17:11 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Hi Tad,
Yes, Dexamethasone. Spencer has been getting daily injections of .4cc,
(that's 4/10 of a cc). That amount was prescribed when he weighed about
13 lbs. and he was at death's door. The experience you describe for
your boy with the fevers is what I've been praying for with Spencer.
Spencer didn't have a fever, we do suspect lymphoma from the xrays, but
I'd love to take him off the Dex and have him remain as healthy as he
seems today. It's just incredible. He's acting almost completely
healthy... grooming, eating, jumping over the barriers, wanting to go
outside, bumping on me, purring. It's so wonderful to see him this
way. I'm very grateful for this time together, I just wish I knew how
to make it last!
Nina
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