Custom Digestive Solutions for Pets

Digestive and Diarrhea Veterinary Medicine

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Providing Customized Care for Animals

At SaveWay, we know how challenging caring for a pet with digestive issues can be. We also know that each animal is different and often requires a custom solution to address their unique needs in order to find relief.

But providing customized care for animalsdoesn’t have to be a hassle. That’s why we’re dedicated to creating customized treatment plans based on weight, medical condition, temperament and more to ease this process for both the animals and their owners/caretakers. With SaveWay, you’re getting:

Experts with 20+ Years of Experience

Experts with 20+ Years of Experience

Fastest Shipping in the Industry

Fastest Shipping in the Industry

Domestic & Exotic Pet Medications

Domestic & Exotic Pet Medications

Highly Customizable Treatment Options

Highly Customizable Treatment Options

Various Dosage Forms in 50+ Flavors

Various Dosage Forms in 50+ Flavors

Total-Care Customer Service

Total-Care Customer Service

Most Common Veterinary Digestive Conditions

Some of the most common digestive conditions and symptoms we help treat are gallbladder/liver issues, nausea, vomiting, reflux, loss of appetite, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), constipation and more.

Gallbladder/Liver

Congestive heart failure is the heart’s inability to pump adequate blood to the body and pooling of blood in the organs.

Animals can have varying gallbladder and liver issues, including:

  • Cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder)
  • Gallbladder mucocele (abnormal accumulation of bile that results in a bile-duct obstruction)
  • Gallstones (formation of stones in the gallbladder)
  • Gallbladder rupture (often caused by gallstone obstruction, inflammation of the gallbladder or blunt trauma).

  • Nausea/Vomiting/Reflux

    Nausea, vomiting and reflux are common non-specific conditions that affect small animals.

  • Vomiting causes the stomach, abdominal muscles and diaphragm to contract, which often comes with a wide range of possible diagnoses.
  • Gastroesophageal reflux is the uncontrollable reverse flow of gastric or intestinal fluids into the esophagus.

  • Loss of Appetite

    Loss of appetite usually implies a change in an animal’s normal pattern of eating.

    This is not a symptom of a specific illness but rather a general sign that something is wrong.

    There could be many potential underlying causes, ranging from relatively minor to more serious conditions.


    Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

    IBS is a condition where the intestinal muscles don’t function normally, causing diarrhea and constipation — the two most common symptoms.

    Oftentimes, things like environmental stressors, anxiety or lack of proper diet can cause or exacerbate this in animals.


    Constipation

    Constipation is an abnormal accumulation of feces in the colon, resulting in difficult and less frequent bowel movements.

    The most common and recognizable symptoms of constipation in animals include straining to defecate, scooting, swelling of the anus, vocalization while trying to defecate and less frequent bowel movements.


    Other Digestive Disorder Causes

    It’s not uncommon for animals to suffer from various types of digestive disorders.

    Several common causes can include bacteria, viruses, parasites, worms, sudden changes in diet and consuming human foods that are toxic to pets.


    SaveWay’s Flexible Digestion Treatments

    The good news is that many of these conditions are treatable. With SaveWay, options range from mini tablets to treats, to transdermal gels and much more — many offered in a variety of flavors.

    Explore our digestive and diarrhea veterinary medicine treatments today:

    Gallbladder/Liver Issues

    Congestive Heart Failure
    Ursodiol

    Dissolves and/or prevents small gallstones that can’t be removed with surgery.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid
    • Capsules
    • Mini-Tablets
    • Treats

    SAM-E/Milk Thistle

    Treats a variety of liver conditions, diseases and toxicities.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid
    • Capsules
    • Treats

    Digestion Probiotics

    Systemic Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
    Acidophilus

    Helps maintain intestinal health by balancing good and bad intestinal bacteria.

    Administration Options
    • Capsules

    Azodyl

    Probiotic supplement used to support kidney health in pets with kidney disease.

    Administration Options
    • Capsules

    Visbiome

    Supports normal inflammatory responses in the gastrointestinal tract (GI tract) and helps normalize gut health.

    Administration Options
    • Capsules
    • Powder

    Loss of Appetite

    Mirtazapine

    An appetite stimulant that treats nausea, vomiting and appetite loss.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid
    • Capsules
    • Mini-Tablets
    • Treats
    • Transdermal Gel

    Entyce

    An appetite stimulant that contains capromorelin — a type of ghrelin receptor agonist medication.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid

    IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

    Budesonide

    Treats inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and is a good alternative for steroids like prednisolone.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid
    • Capsules
    • Mini-Tablets
    • Tablets
    • Treats

    Prednisolone

    Treats inflammation, allergies, autoimmune diseases, and other specific forms of disease.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid
    • Capsules
    • Mini-Tablets
    • Tablets
    • Treats
    • Transdermal Gel

    Sucralfate

    Treats and prevents all types of ulcers, including stomach, duodenal, colonic, esophageal, intestinal and oral.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid
    • Capsules
    • Tablets
    • Powder

    Nausea/Vomiting/Reflux

    Collapsed Trachea
    Maropitant

    Treats vomiting and motion sickness.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid
    • Capsules
    • Treats
    • Transdermal Gel

    Ondansetron

    An antiemetic used to treat severe nausea and vomiting.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid
    • Transdermal Gel
    • Injectables

    Omeprazole

    Treats ulcers in the stomach and/or intestines.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid
    • Capsules
    • Mini-Tablets
    • Treats

    Metoclopramide

    Used to stimulate the stomach and upper small intestinal movement to prevent esophageal reflux.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid
    • Capsules
    • Mini-Tablets
    • Injectables

    Constipation

    Cholestyramine

    Treats bile acid malabsorption associated with chronic diarrhea.

    Administration Options
    • Topical preparations
    • Powder

    Cisapride

    A medication used to enhance the movement of the gastrointestinal (GI) system to treat conditions such as stasis, reflux and constipation/megacolon.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid
    • Capsules
    • Mini-Tablets
    • Treats
    • Transdermal Gel

    Lactulose

    A non-digestible synthetic sugar that acts as a stool softener to treat chronic constipation.

    Administration Options
    • Liquid

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • What is compounding and why is it beneficial over medication that’s commercially available?

      Commercially available medications are often limited in the dosages, flavors and forms offered. That can be a problem for animals that get anxious when having to get an injection, that gag or vomit up pills or that lick up their topical medication in seconds.

      That’s why caretakers need options. Veterinary compounding is the process of combining, mixing or altering ingredients to create a custom medication that’s tailored to meet the needs of an individual animal. Whether an animal requires a specific dosage, form (oral, topical, injectable, etc.) or ingredient that isn’t commercially available, compounding is a way to help ensure treatment can be administered easily and effectively every time.

    • What animals do you serve?

      Our animal patient population includes:

      • Aquarium animals
      • Birds
      • Cats
      • Dogs
      • Exotics
      • Ferrets
      • Guinea pigs
      • Horses
      • Rabbits
      • Rodents
      • Snakes
      • Zoo animals
    • As a veterinarian, how can SaveWay help my practice better serve our patients’ pets?

      When you work with SaveWay, you’re able to offer your patients customized options for administering medications that they often can’t easily get elsewhere. Whether they prefer pills, liquid or something different, we’ve got you covered.

    • How many different dosage forms does SaveWay offer and what are they?

      We offer 11 dosage forms, they include:

      • Liquids
      • Capsules
      • Mini tablets
      • Tablets
      • Treats
      • Transdermal gels
      • Suppositories
      • Topicals
      • Injectables
      • Ophthalmics
      • Otic Solutions
    • Can SaveWay ship directly to a pet owner’s home?

      Yes! We ship within 24 – 48 hours from the time a prescription is received. Plus, we offer auto-refills, so pet owners never have to worry about running out of their pets’ medication.

    • Why should I work with SaveWay over other pharmacies?

      Veterinary compounding gives you the necessary tools to provide pets with what they need for better long-term health. SaveWay is the only 503A compounding pharmacy in Delaware that prepares compounded sterile preparations, and we are licensed in multiple states. We consistently go the extra mile to maintain our Sterile Certification and our high standards have helped us be able to provide unique care for many types of animals for the past 20+ years and counting.

    • How can I get started with SaveWay?

      If you’re a veterinary practice, you can get started with SaveWay Compounding Pharmacy by contacting us for more information.

      If you’re a pet owner, you or your veterinarian can request a consultation and we’ll work with you both to identify which compounded medication might be right for your animal.

    Testimonials

    “From pets to people, Saveway is a wonderful trustworthy pharmacy! The staff is always knowledgeable and helpful! My dog and daughter have both used Saveway and because of them they both love taking their medication!!! Lifesavers they are! I can’t thank them enough!”

    Natalie Herring

    “The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. They always seem to have the meds I need for my pets even when other places can’t get them.”

    Teri O’Brien

    “Unbeatable prices, outstanding customer service. I haven’t had a bad experience yet. Check them out for all your pet’s meds!”

    Kim Rossi

    “Pharmacist Eric was great at helping my doctor and I come up with a prescription strategy that is 1/5 the cost of brand name prescriptions. He took his time making sure I understood the prescription and answered all my questions.”

    Mike Haley

    “Fantastic place, all the personnel are so very nice. Plus, they ship all over the world! Their medicated treats make medicating a cat easy.”

    Naomi Heckler

    Contact Us

    When you need highly customized veterinary medications — especially for digestive and diarrhea issues — let SaveWay be your go-to resource. Get started by contacting us today.

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