12/20/2024
๐ข Important Announcement from Our Medical Director ๐ข
Dear Valued Clients,
Recent news articles have increased concern about side effects observed in some patients receiving the injectable medication Librela. Some of the reported side effects include neurologic abnormalities like ataxia/stumbling, weakness, paralysis, seizures, and urinary tract abnormalities.
At Cascade Hospital for Animals, we take the safety of our patients very seriously, and we are doing all we can to stay informed about these adverse events.
It is clear that Librela continues to serve as a tool to relieve arthritis pain for some of our canine patients, and we will continue to offer the medication as an option for pain control. However, Librela should not be started without a conversation with a veterinarian to discuss the potential for side effects and assess each patientโs unique situation. As the data emerges, it is becoming more clear that patients with pre-existing neurologic disease are not candidates for Librela.
Thank you for the continued trust you place in us as we partner with you to care for your pets.
If you have specific questions about your pet, please do not hesitate to reach out to our veterinary team.
Thank you,
Dr. Becky Schaffer
Medical Director
Cascade Hospital for Animals