Polycythemia

[JoannC]

Has neprinol ever been used on a cat? Teddy not only has polycythemia but a heart murmur was also discovered during revisit with internal medicine. Thank you. Would Chinese medicine also help his circulation system?

 

[Dr. Jeff]

Hi JoAnn-

Not to my knowledge but there is experience with nattokinase which is part of Neprinol.

Either product could be helpful for decreasing problems associated with polycythemia:

Neprinol (AFD) Advanced Fibrin Defense

Cleanse the blood to support healthy viscosity and defend against fibrin. Helps to break down contaminants and compliment immune function. One of the top systemic enzyme formulas.

www.arthurandrew.com

If you try it, start with just a pinch to make sure that you don't see any adverse effects.

In addition, there is experience using resveratrol which is also supportive of blood vessels, can decrease clots, strokes etc.

Especially if it is derived from pokeweed.

Protective Activity of Resveratrol in Cardio- and Cerebrovascular Diseases

Resveratrol (RSV) is a natural nonflavonoid polyphenol compound containing a stilbene structure similar to that of estrogen diethylstilbestrol. It is a fat-soluble compound existing in cis-, trans-, and piceid isomeric forms, isolated for the first time in 1940 from a plant used in traditional...

www.intechopen.com

Yes, Taditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine could be helpful.

 

[JoannC]

Thank you! Will research all this and talk over with my homeopathic vet!

 

[Dr. Jeff]

You're welcome JoAnn.