Hepatic Care Tablets for Cats
Hepatic Care Tablets are veterinary-recommended nutritional supplements formulated to support liver health in cats suffering from:
- Hepatic lipidosis (fatty liver disease)
- Chronic liver disease
- Hepatitis
- Elevated liver enzymes (ALT, AST, ALP, GGT)
- Drug or toxin-induced liver stress
They are not pharmaceutical drugs but supportive liver protectants containing antioxidants, amino acids, and hepatoprotective botanicals.
Key Benefits
✔ Supports liver detoxification
✔ Promotes regeneration of liver cells
✔ Helps normalize elevated liver enzymes
✔ Protects against oxidative stress
✔ Suitable for long-term liver maintenance
✔ Can be used alongside prescribed liver medications
Key Ingredients & Functions
| Ingredient | Function |
| S-Adenosylmethionine (SAMe) | Boosts glutathione production and detox pathways |
| Silymarin (Milk Thistle) | Protects hepatocytes and supports regeneration |
| N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) | Powerful antioxidant precursor |
| Vitamin E | Reduces oxidative liver damage |
| Zinc | Supports enzymatic liver processes |
| B-Complex Vitamins | Metabolic and cellular support |
These ingredients work synergistically to reduce inflammation, repair hepatocellular damage, and improve liver efficiency.
Therapeutic Indications
Primary Use
- Hepatic lipidosis
- Chronic hepatitis
- Inflammatory liver disease
- Elevated liver enzymes
- Toxin exposure recovery
- Post-anesthesia liver support
Supportive Use
- During long-term antibiotic or steroid therapy
- After exposure to environmental toxins
- Post-surgical hepatic recovery
- Older cats with declining liver efficiency
Mechanism of Action
1. SAMe
- Increases glutathione levels
- Enhances detoxification
- Protects against toxin-induced damage
2. Silymarin
- Stabilizes liver cell membranes
- Promotes protein synthesis
- Prevents oxidative stress
3. NAC
- Restores antioxidant reserves
- Protects against drug-induced liver injury
4. Vitamins & Zinc
- Support metabolic reactions
- Enhance bile production
- Maintain red blood cell production
Dosage Guidelines
Standard Daily Dosage
| Cat Weight | Recommended Dose | Frequency | Duration |
| 1 – 2.5 kg | ¼ tablet | Once daily | 4–8 weeks |
| 2.6 – 4.5 kg | ½ tablet | Once daily | 4–8 weeks |
| 4.6 – 6.5 kg | 1 tablet | Once daily | 4–8 weeks |
| 6.6 – 9 kg | 1½ tablets | Once daily | 4–8 weeks |
| >9 kg | 2 tablets | Once daily | 4–8 weeks |
Always follow your veterinarian’s instructions for personalized dosing.
Dosage Adjustments
| Condition | Adjustment |
| Mild enzyme elevation | Standard weight-based dose |
| Severe hepatic lipidosis | Start at half dose for 3 days, then increase |
| Chronic liver disease | May require long-term use |
| Post-toxin exposure | Full dose for 2–4 weeks |
Administration Instructions
✔ Give with or after food to reduce GI upset
✔ Use a pill cutter for accurate splitting
✔ Administer at the same time daily
✔ Ensure adequate hydration
✔ Reward after dosing to encourage compliance
Avoid mixing in large meals unless you are certain the entire portion will be consumed.
Missed Dose Instructions
- Give as soon as remembered if within a few hours
- Skip if close to next scheduled dose
- Do not double dose
Duration of Use
| Condition | Duration |
| Acute liver stress | 4–6 weeks |
| Chronic liver disease | Long-term / lifelong |
| Post-toxin exposure | 2–3 weeks |
Regular bloodwork is recommended to monitor liver enzyme levels.
Safety Profile
Hepatic Care Tablets are generally safe when used under veterinary supervision.
Possible Mild Side Effects
| Side Effect | Frequency |
| Vomiting | Occasional |
| Soft stools | Mild |
| Reduced appetite | Rare |
| Mild lethargy | Rare |
| Allergic reaction | Very rare |
Most effects are mild and resolve with dose adjustment.
Precautions
- Use under veterinary supervision
- Monitor liver enzyme levels regularly
- Avoid use in kittens under 8 weeks without veterinary approval
- Use cautiously in cats with known herbal sensitivities
Drug Interaction Considerations
Generally safe with:
- Antibiotics
- Antifungals
- Corticosteroids
- NSAIDs
Monitor closely if used with anticonvulsants or immunosuppressants.
When to Contact a Veterinarian
- Persistent vomiting
- Severe lethargy
- Yellowing of gums or eyes (jaundice)
- No improvement after 6 weeks
- Sudden behavioral changes
Clinical Evidence
Studies support the efficacy of SAMe and Silymarin in feline liver recovery:
- Improved ALT and AST levels within 4–6 weeks
- Increased glutathione levels
- Faster recovery in hepatic lipidosis cases
- Improved appetite and weight gain in supportive therapy
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place
- Keep container tightly closed
- Keep away from children and pets
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