SOLUTION AL: Calm Lick Herbal Supplement
WHY CHOOSE IT
Acral Lick Dermatitis (granuloma): This chronic/recurrent condition occurs in dogs and cats as a result of the obsessive urge to lick the lower leg. The urge to lick or chew on the affected limb may be a psychological trigger (a self-soothing response to anxiety) or it be triggered by something organic - pain of underlying joints, post-surgical site, small wound, bug bite, minor infection, or anything that stimulates itch sensation. The pet cannot resist the impulse to lick. Constant licking of the area causes erosion of the skin and this, in turn, generates fierce itching. Continued licking produces ulceration and exposure of deeper tissue that can become infected. The pruritus is unbearable, and the itch-lick cycle becomes nearly impossible to penetrate.
Stopping the itch-lick cycle is imperative. According to Chinese Medicine, to accomplish this, we must Stop itch and Calm the Shen. The herbs in this formula also energetically Move Qi & Blood to Stop Pain in the limbs in these cases. **
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To support healthy skin in your dog, cat, or rabbit, add the herbal supplement to their food or give by mouth via oral syringe.
To add directly to their meal, mix the herbal supplement into moist canned food. Or, add the herbal supplement to your favorite powder nutritional supplement, mix with water to form gravy, and pour over kibble. Herbs can taste bitter to your pet, so you may need to introduce the supplement slowly by starting with a smaller amount at first and gradually increasing it as they get used to the new flavor in their food.
To give via oral syringe, dissolve herbal supplement in hot water. We recommend approximately 2ml of water per gram of herbal supplement (our oral syringes have measurement marks on them to make this easy). In a small bowl or shot glass, add herbal supplement to hot water and stir. Allow a few minutes for herbal supplement to fully dissolve before drawing the liquid mixture up into the syringe. Place syringe between your pet’s tongue and cheek, angled toward the back of their mouth and gently depress the plunger at a slow, even rate.
Suggested dose based on pet’s body weight:
Under 10 lbs: 0.5g 2x/day
10 - 25 lbs: 1g 2x/day
25 - 50 lbs: 1 - 2g 2x/day
50 - 75 lbs: 2 - 3g 2x/day
75 - 100 lbs: 3g 2x/day
over 100 lbs: 4g 2x/day
or as recommended by your veterinarian. Older and weaker pets should be given smaller doses. Safe use in pregnant or breeding animals has not been proven. Examination by veterinarian is recommended prior to use of this product.
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This herbal supplement is composed of concentrated granules made from water extracts of the following herbs:
Dragon bone (Fossilia Ossis Mastodi), Polygonum vine (Caulis Polygoni Multiflori), Honeysuckle vine (Caulis Lonicerae), Mimosa tree bark (Cortex Albizziae), Prepared polygala root (Radix Polygalae Preperata), Star jasmine stem (Caulis Trachelospermi), Corydalis rhizome (Rhizoma Corydalis), Dictamnus root bark (Cortex Dictamni), Kochia fruit (Fructus Kochiae), Paniculate swallow-wort (Radix Cynanchi Paniculati), Sophora root (Radix Sophorae flavescentis), Licorice root (Radix Glycyrrhizae)
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Give SOLUTION AL: Calm Lick internal Herbal Supplement to take the edge off the obsessive itch-lick cycle. Other CMD products will be needed to address the skin lesions. Various complex lesions may present, depending on the severity of the condition.
If flea bites are the trigger, combine Solution AL: Calm Lick herbal supplement with Solution FD: Toxic Bites herbal supplement and apply Solution FD: Toxic Bites Herbal Ointment to affected leg 3 times daily.
If there are hot spots or superficial infection, combine Solution AL: Calm Lick herbal supplement with Solution HS: Damp Heat herbal supplement and choose from the matching Solution HS external products to apply to the affected skin.
If there are deeper skin lesions, combine Solution AL: Calm Lick herbal supplement with the Solution FO: Toxic Heat supplement and external products. In such cases, it would wise to consult with your pet’s veterinarian because these cases can be quite serious.
If your pet has underlying atopic eczema, combine Solution AL: Calm Lick herbal supplement with the appropriate Solution EC supplement and external products.
**For best results, combine use of these products with professional care from a licensed veterinarian. These products and statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the advice provided by your veterinarian. Many skin diseases have similar symptoms and can look alike to the untrained eye. Some skin conditions can be serious. Some require pharmaceutical treatment and regular monitoring. If you are not certain what is causing your pet’s skin symptoms, seek professional veterinary care for your pet before trying to solve the problem yourself. Proper diagnosis is vital to choosing the most effective treatment.