Felimazole 2.5 mg Tablets for Cats

Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, nursing mothers, and people with low thyroid hormones should avoid handling methimazole. If this is not possible, disposable gloves must be worn while handling this medication or the litter or bodily fluids of treated animals. Do not reuse gloves. Once used, they should be thrown away.

Antithyroid agent

Methimazole is given to lower thyroid hormone levels. It is important to understand that methimazole does not cure an overactive thyroid but controls the disease if given to the animal for the rest of its life. Veterinarians may also prescribe methimazole for dogs to protect their kidneys while they are receiving cisplatin chemotherapy. The FDA (U.S. Food & Drug Administration) has approved this drug for treating hyperthyroidism in cats. The FDA allows veterinarians to prescribe and use products containing this drug in other animal species in certain situations. You and your veterinarian can discuss why this drug is the most appropriate choice.