GUIDELINE for Feline Infectious Peritonitis — ABCD cats & vets

What is FIP? FIP (Feline Infectious Peritonitis) is a serious disease in cats caused by a mutation of the feline coronavirus. It affects the immune system and can lead to fever, weight loss, fluid buildup, and organ inflammation. Without treatment, it was once considered almost always fatal. Is there treatment? Yes. Antiviral medications like GS-441524 have been shown to successfully treat FIP. However, there is no FDA-approved FIP drug yet in the U.S. Why only a few pharmacies? Because the medi

How to Tell if Your Cat Has FIV

Update on Fin January 14 💛 Fin is now being treated for FIP (Feline Infectious Peritonitis). Since Sunday, he began showing neurological signs like weakness and unsteadiness, and his bloodwork raised serious concerns. With time being critical, we made the decision to start FIP treatment immediately. This treatment can be lifesaving when started early, but it is lengthy and expensive. Fin will need 84 days of medication, and already we are seeing small but hopeful signs like a brighter expressio

Feline infectious peritonitis - A new option for treatment - Rochford Vets