Milk thistle comes both as pills and a liquid form. If your cat refuses to take pills, the liquid form might be a better option. Denamarin may be recommended as part of a treatment plan for a variety of circumstances where the liver is involved. In cats, this can include conditions where liver enzymes are elevated on bloodwork like in cholangitis/cholangiohepatitis syndrome, hepatic lipidosis, and feline triad disease/triaditis. Singh, S., Shukla, S.K., Bhatt, P and Singh, A. K. (2019). Clinico therapeutic studies on ascites in canines. International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 8(9): 1120-1137. Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2019.809.129

One of Milk Thistle’s major actions is as an antioxidant. Antioxidants are required to neutralise unstable molecules called ‘free radicals’ which are produced during metabolic activity – something the liver does a lot of. A liver under pressure is more vulnerable to the effects of free radicals, at a time when it is likely producing more of them. Leib, M. (n.d.). Icterus in dogs and cats: a practical diagnostic approach. Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Retrieved 2/6/2020 from http://www.dvm360storage.com/cvc/proceedings/dc/Gastrointestinal%20Medicine/Leib/Leib,%20Michael_Icterus_dogs_cats_STYLED.pdf Milk thistle for dog liver support can be used in conjunction with conventional treatments and is glycerin based and safe for long-term use. You can read more about the benefits of using milk thistle on Dr. Hillary Cook’s blog. Gastrointestinal: Milk thistle can be used for treatment of inflammation of the bile ducts and inflammation of the tissue surrounding the bile ducts. Many dogs with inflammatory bowel disease are treated with milk thistle ( 7). Milk thistle generally supports the immune system through its powerful antioxidant, free-radical scavenging action, its ability to preserve the supply of another important antioxidant, glutathione, as well as direct effects on immune cells. Glutathione, which is stored primarily in the liver, naturally declines over time, and depletion of this protein appears to accelerate the aging process.

Milk thistle has not been tested in pregnant or breastfeeding animals and therefore should not be used in these animals. Conclusion All NHV Natural Pet Products are pure herbal extracts and contain no artificial additives, preservatives or coloring. Shelf life after opening is 6 months and must be refrigerated after opening.

Mellit – has herbs that may help to reduce the blood sugar levels, regulate metabolism, and balance the organs against the pancreatitis symptoms. Silybin is the major active component of silymarin, which is found naturally in the milk thistle plant. Silybin acts as a liver protectant chiefly through preventing toxin penetration into liver cells. It also inhibits toxic and inflammatory effects on cells, and acts as an antioxidant and free radical scavenger.

Milk thistle

This product is made by PetWellbeing, founded in 2001. Our goal? To bring the wisdom and experience of our caring holistic veterinarians to your pet. When your pet is healthy; you're happy. Milk Thistle is a safe herb that is well tolerated by your pet. It is herb that is recommend and used by holistic practitioners

Milk Thistle for Dogs. (2019, July 14). Whole Dog Journal. Retrieved 2/6/2020 from https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/care/milk-thistle-for-dogs/Simeprevir. Taking milk thistle with this hepatitis C medication might increase levels of the drug in your blood plasma. Avoid using milk thistle and simeprevir together. Milk Thistle, otherwise known as Silybum Marianum, is from the family Asteraceae. It is known as a liver support herb, as well as an antioxidant. This plant has been used since ancient times for liver disease, kidney disease, pancreatic disease, and cancer support. Milk thistle also protects against toxins, supports regeneration of healthy cells, is anti-inflammatory, is useful for post- disease recovery, and is useful for hepatitis, generalized inflammation, toxin recovery, portosystemic shunt – any and all liver disease of dogs and cats. Why Should I Want To Support My Pet’s Liver? Diabetes: The silymarin in milk thistle has been shown to decrease blood sugar and hemoglobin A1C ( 1, 2). Pets suffering from diabetes are often given milk thistle at least once per week. This decreases the amount of insulin they need daily ( 1). The insulin sensitizers come from a family of compounds called flavonolignans ( 2). Silymarin acts as an inhibitor of aldose reductase enzyme, thus interfering with accumulation of sorbitol which accumulates in the presence of high blood sugar and promotes diabetic complications. Silymarin is potent agent against insulin resistance and diabetes-induced high blood sugar. Due to the antioxidant properties, Milk Thistle may help reduce or slow down the growth of specific cancer cells.