2015 ACVIM Forum Research Abstract Program

In conclusion, capromorelin increased food intake, promoted weight gain and caused sustained increases in IGF-1 in laboratory cats. Amoxicillin-clavulanate is frequently prescribed by veterinarians for a wide variety of feline conditions including bite wound abscesses and upper respiratory infections. As the drug has a broad spectrum against many bacteria, including anaerobes, diarrhea, vomiting, and loss of appetite can occur when it is prescribed to cats. One objective of the study was to quantify the frequency of gastrointestinal signs induced by amoxicillin-clavulanate. The second objective was to determine if administration of Enterococcus faecium strain SF68 (SF68) could ameliorate these side effects as this probiotic has been shown to be effective in the management of diarrhea in cats.