VetPlus Samylin Medium Breed Liver Supplement for Dogs, 30 Tablets

About VetPlus Samylin Medium Breed Liver Supplement

The liver filters toxins, stores energy and breaks down many medicines. When it is under strain, a pet can lose appetite, energy and condition, and blood tests may show raised liver values.

VetPlus Samylin Medium Breed Tablets is a liver supplement from VetPlus for dogs of 11 to 30kg. It combines S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) with silybin, the active part of milk thistle, plus vitamins E and C. SAMe helps the liver make glutathione, its own antioxidant. Silybin helps protect liver cells.

VetPlus lists Samylin for use alongside vet care in liver disease and around abdominal surgery. It is also listed during long courses of liver-straining medicines, and in pancreatitis, diabetes and Cushing's disease. Your vet should confirm it suits your pet and how long to give it.

Available Sizes and Forms

• Small Breed Tablets, 30 Tablets (cats and dogs under 10kg)
• Small Breed Sachets, 1 Box (cats and dogs under 10kg)
• Medium Breed Tablets, 30 Tablets (dogs 11 to 30kg) (this page)
• Medium Breed Sachet, 1 Sachet (dogs 11 to 30kg)
• Large Breed, Pack of 30 (dogs over 30kg)
• Large Breed Sachet, 1 Sachet (dogs over 30kg)

These are the Medium Breed tablets, for dogs of 11 to 30kg. A box of 30 lasts 30 days for a dog of 11 to 20kg. A dog of 21 to 30kg takes 2 a day, so the box lasts 15 days.

Ingredients

Active ingredients, as VetPlus lists them. The amount in each dose is printed on the pack.

Features and Benefits

• Two liver supports in one. SAMe and silybin work in different ways, so you do not need to buy a separate milk thistle product. VetPlus says adding more milk thistle is not needed.
• Coated tablet. The coating protects SAMe from stomach acid, so it can be absorbed further along the gut. This is why the tablet must be swallowed whole.
• Antioxidant vitamins added. Vitamins E and C give extra protection against the oxidative stress that damages liver cells.
• Dosed by body weight. Small, Medium and Large Breed strengths make it simple to give the right daily amount for your pet's size.
• Not tied to mealtimes. VetPlus says Samylin does not have to be given on an empty stomach and can be given between meals.

How Much to Give

VetPlus doses Samylin by body weight. Give the daily amount below, or the amount your vet advises.

For dogs over 50kg, or if your vet has asked for a different amount, follow your vet's directions.

How It Works

• SAMe. S-adenosylmethionine is a substance the body makes naturally. The liver uses it to make glutathione, one of the main antioxidants that protect liver cells while they clear toxins.
• Silybin. Silybin is the most active part of milk thistle extract. It is an antioxidant that helps protect liver cells from damage.
• Vitamins E and C. These two vitamins add extra antioxidant support. VetPlus says Samylin is useful whenever oxidative stress plays a part in a liver problem.

How to Use

• Give it whole. Do not split, crush or chew the tablet. Breaking it damages the coating and VetPlus says this inactivates the SAMe.
• Giving a tablet. Place it at the back of the tongue, close the mouth gently and stroke the throat until your pet swallows. You can hide it in a small piece of food, but do not leave it soaking in wet food.
• Every day. Give the daily amount for your pet's weight at about the same time each day. You can split a two tablet dose between morning and evening.
• Storage. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

Safety and Precautions

• See your vet first. Liver problems need a diagnosis. Samylin supports the liver alongside your vet's treatment. It does not replace it.
• Other liver products. VetPlus advises speaking to your vet before combining Samylin with artichoke products, which stimulate bile flow.
• Other medicines. Tell your vet about every medicine and supplement your pet takes, so they can check the full plan.
• Warning signs. Yellow gums or eyes, vomiting, a swollen belly or refusing food need a vet visit the same day.

About VetPlus

• Who is VetPlus. VetPlus is a veterinary supplement company based in Lancashire, United Kingdom. Its products are made to be recommended and sold through vets.
• What they make. The range covers liver, joint, skin, digestive and urinary supplements for dogs and cats, including Samylin, Synoquin, Coatex, Promax, Urinaid and Renate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Samylin Medium Breed used for?

It is a liver supplement for dogs of 11 to 30kg. VetPlus lists it for dogs with liver disease or raised liver values. It is also used during long courses of liver-straining medicines and around abdominal surgery.

How many Samylin Medium Breed tablets should I give?

VetPlus advises 1 tablet a day for dogs of 11 to 20kg and 2 tablets a day for dogs of 21 to 30kg. Follow your vet if they advise a different amount.

Can I break the tablet to make it easier to give?

No. The coating protects the SAMe from stomach acid, and VetPlus says breaking the tablet inactivates it. Hide the whole tablet in a small piece of food instead.

How long does a box of 30 last?

At 1 tablet a day, it lasts 30 days for a dog of 11 to 20kg. At 2 a day, it lasts 15 days for a dog of 21 to 30kg.

Can I give Samylin with milk thistle?

There is no need. Samylin already contains silybin, the active part of milk thistle. Ask your vet before adding any other liver product.

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Animeal shares this information to help you make informed choices. It is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. If your pet's condition does not improve or gets worse, please visit your vet.