Parvovirus primarily strikes puppies 6 weeks to 6 months of age. Without treatment, 80 percent will die. With treatment, 85 percent will live. Vaccinations against parvovirus are widely available.
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What Pharmaceuticals Cannot Do
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No pharmaceutical anti-viral medication is currently available to combat parvovirus. Conventional treatments focus on support and reducing the risk of secondary problems.
Intravenous Fluids
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Intravenous fluids help keep puppies with parvovirus hydrated and their electrolyte balances (like sodium and potassium) relatively normal. Both dehydration and electrolyte imbalance can cause death.
Anti-nausea Drugs
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Anti-nausea, or antiemetic, drugs keep the puppy more comfortable and help the animal retain vital fluids.
Antibiotics
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Though antibiotics are ineffective against viruses, dogs with parvovirus are vulnerable to secondary bacterial infections caused by tissue damage and low white blood cell counts.
Parvaid
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Parvaid is a natural compound high in Vitamin C and antioxidants. It is designed to help heal tissue, increase white blood cell count and soothe mucous membranes, among other benefits.
Vibracta Plus
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Vibracta Plus is a blend of herbs used to increase immunity and combat viral and bacterial infections. It is designed to be used with Parvaid.
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