Urinary Health Support Chewable Tablets for Cats and Dogs Product Description Methio-Form® Chewable Tablets are a palatable DL-methionine supplement designed to help acidify urine in cats and dogs. By supporting a more acidic urinary environment, the formula helps reduce the formation of struvite crystals and supports urinary tract health. These scored chewable tablets allow accurate dosing and convenient administration while also helping control urine odor and supporting long-term urinary wellness when used as directed by a veterinarian. Benefits Urinary Acidification: Helps acidify urine in dogs and cats, creating conditions that discourage the formation of struvite crystals and stones. Supports Urinary Health: Helps maintain proper urinary pH and supports management of conditions such as struvite urolithiasis and FLUTD. Palatable Chewable Tablets: Fish-flavored chewable format encourages acceptance and makes daily administration easier for many pets. Precise Dosing: Scored tablets enable accurate dose adjustments based on body weight and acidification requirements. Odor Control Support: Helps reduce unpleasant urine odors in pets by influencing urinary chemistry. Ingredients DL-Methionine 500 mg (6.7 mEq) per tablet How to Use Recommended-Dosage Chart Pet Species Weight Range Recommended Daily Dose Cats All breeds 1.5 to 3 tablets daily (approx. 2.5 to 5.0 mEq/kg body weight). Dogs Small breeds under 15 lb (7 kg) 0.5 to 4 tablets daily (approx. 2 to 4 mEq/kg body weight). Dogs Medium breeds 15 to 33 lb (7 to 15 kg) 2 to 7 tablets daily (approx. 2 to 4 mEq/kg body weight). Dogs Large breeds 33 to 66 lb (15 to 30 kg) 4 to 13 tablets daily (approx. 2 to 4 mEq/kg body weight). Dosage & Administration Instructions Weight-Based Dosing: Make sure to give tablets according to the pet's body weight and the level of urine acidification recommended by the veterinarian. Daily Administration: Provide the calculated daily dosage consistently to maintain stable urinary acidification and ongoing urinary tract support. Divide If Needed: If gastrointestinal discomfort occurs, administer tablets during feeding or divide the total daily dose. Scored Tablet Use: Utilize the scored tablet design to split doses accurately for proper dosing based on pet size. Veterinary Prescription: This product is restricted for use by or under the order of a licensed veterinarian. Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet. Additional Information Precautions Underlying Conditions: Do not administer to animals with severe liver, kidney, or pancreatic disease or those experiencing metabolic acidosis. Veterinary Monitoring: Urinary acidifiers should always be used under the guidance of a veterinarian to maintain urinary pH levels and long-term usage safety. Avoid Overconsumption: Prevent pets from accessing open bottles since excessive ingestion may lead to serious metabolic acidosis. Possible Side Effects Digestive Upset: In rare cases, some animals may face gastrointestinal disturbances, including mild stomach upset. Acidosis Risk: Overconsumption can lead to metabolic acidosis, which calls for prompt treatment from a vet. Storage Information Room Temperature Storage: For optimal stability and effectiveness, store your tablets at room temperature. Protect From Light: Keep the container shielded from light to maintain ingredient stability. Avoid Excess Heat: Make sure the product doesn’t exceed 104°F, as excessive heat can harm the quality of the tablets. Child Safety: Always keep the product stored away from the reach of children to avoid any accidental ingestion or misuse. Shipping & Return We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details. For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy. Prescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE. Frequently Asked Questions Q1: What is Methio-Form used for in cats and dogs? Ans: Methio-Form chewable tablets are used to help acidify urine in cats and dogs. This helps create a urinary environment that discourages struvite crystal formation and supports urinary tract health. Veterinarians may recommend it for pets with urinary conditions such as struvite urolithiasis or FLUTD. Q2: How does DL-Methionine help support urinary health in pets? Ans: DL-Methionine is an amino acid that is metabolized in the body and results in sulfuric acid excretion in urine. This process lowers urine pH and makes the urinary environment more acidic, which helps discourage struvite crystal formation in both cats and dogs. Q3: How should Methio-Form tablets be administered to pets? Ans: Methio-Form tablets are given orally according to the pet’s body weight and the degree of urinary acidification required. The tablets are scored for easier dosing. In case of digestive upset, the tablets may be administered during feeding or divided into multiple doses. Q4: What are the safety precautions to consider when using Methio-Form? Ans: Methio-Form should not be administered to animals with severe liver, kidney, or pancreatic conditions, or those suffering from metabolic acidosis. As this is a product restricted for veterinary use, it’s important to only use it under the guidance of a veterinarian to ensure safe dosing and proper monitoring. Q5: Can Methio-Form be used with regular pet diets? Ans: Methio-Form can be used while pets are on their regular diet because the supplement acidifies urine by breaking down methionine. This can support urinary health without depending only on specialized calculolytic diets, which may be costly or hard for some pets to accept.
