NSAIDs, Cats, & Anesthesia: Are the Kidneys at Risk?

Berit Fischer, DVM, DACVAA, CCRP, CVA, Crown Veterinary Specialists, Lebanon, New Jersey

ArticleLast Updated April 20213 min read

In the literature

Kongara K, Cave N, Weidgraaf K, Dukkipati VSR. Effect of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs on glomerular filtration rate and urinary N-acetyl-β-D-glucosaminidase activity in cats after dental surgery. Vet Anaesth Analg. 2020;47(5):631-636.


The Research …

Although NSAIDs can alleviate postoperative pain in healthy cats, potential adverse effects on kidney perfusion often discourage use of these drugs in analgesic protocols.

Sponsor message; content continues afterward

Trusted content.

Tailored to you.

For free.

Create an account for free.

Want free access to the #1 publication for diagnostic and treatment information? Create a free account to read full articles and access web-exclusive content on cliniciansbrief.com.

Already have an account?

To access full articles on cliniciansbrief.com, please sign in below.

Remember Me