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Improving Pain Relief in Pets

Articles of Interest: Canine Health Research

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Improving Pain Relief in Pets

Research beagles helped test initial dosages of the new liposome-encapsulated opioids, or extended release pain medication, developed by Dr. Lesley Smith, anesthesiologist at the UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine. The goal is to prevent pain without over-sedating the patient.

November 2008

A new, injectable pain-relieving drug formulation for animals might eliminate more than pain.   Continue reading