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Originally Posted by Patti  That might be it all i heard was placatin so that makes sense. I was at the gym and it was noisy when the vet called. So instead of Epakatin I should ask about aluminum htdroxide or would he go on both? Thanks for the information. |
The Epakatin will not hurt, it is a natural supplement but has not been scientifically proven to lower phosphorous levels though we think it helped Giz in the beginning. The aluminum hydroxide is proven. I would not give both. Your vet may have suggested the Epakitin because that is what they are given. Most vets are not CRF specialists. We also gave Gizmo Azodyl; another supplement which did not harm but not sure if it helped either. Anything that can keep the phosphorous and anemia in check is what is needed. We did tons of research online and afterwards stuck with what seemed best for Gi. Do not give the Epakitin and Aluminum Hydroxide Powder gel at the same time. Also your vet may not have the AlumHydrox. We had to special order it from
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