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    • Silymarin, also called milk thistle, is a nutritional supplement used to treat a variety of liver conditions, diseases, and toxicities in cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, horses, and other companion animals. It may als… See more

    How Effective Is Silymarin?

    Limited studies in animals have been performed but there is anecdotal evidence that silymarin works to treat liver disease by inhibiting cell-damaging enzymes and by providing an… See more

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    How Is Silymarin given?

    Silymarin is given by mouth in the form of a capsule or tablet. It may be given with or without food; however, if vomiting occurs when dosed on an empty stomach, give future dose… See more

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    What If I Miss Giving My Pet A dose?

    If you miss a dose, give it when you remember, but if it is close to the time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and give it at the next scheduled time and return to th… See more

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  1. Silybin for dogs and cats is a special bioavailable complexed form of milk thistle extract, which has proven bioactive properties. Silybin works as a high potency antioxidant within the liver and supports the natural systems that control inflammation.
    www.nutravet.co.uk/silybin-for-dogs-and-cats/
    SILYBIN is an active part of an extract from milk thistle, known as silymarin, and has been shown to support liver function by helping maintain a healthy oxidative balance. While best known for supporting the liver in dogs and cats, research has shown that the S-Adenosylmethionine (SAMe) in Denamarin may help support cognitive function in dogs 6.
    Silymarin, also called milk thistle, is a nutritional supplement used to treat a variety of liver conditions, diseases, and toxicities in cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, horses, and other companion animals. It may also have some efficacy in preventing certain cancers, preventing chemotherapy side effects, and in protecting the kidneys.
    vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/milk-thistle-or-sily…
    EXP1 confirmed that silybin (whether pure or as a commercial hepatoprotectant) does not interfere with digestion which subsequently exerts no detrimental effect on dogs’ health and metabolism.
    bmcvetres.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s1…
     
  2. SAdenosylMethionine SAMe Silybin | VCA Animal Hospitals