how long does it take for epakitin to begin working ....days, weeks?

After being released from 4 days of hospitalization for acute renal failure, my cat became symptom-free and flourished (still flourishing) after 10 days of adding small amounts of Epakitin in her wet cat food. twice a day.

If a low phosphorus diet is prescribed, why does this product contain phosphorus?

Epakitin is made from shellfish shells and they naturally contain phosphorus. The tiny amount of phosphorus in Epakitin is negligible. It's only eight ten-thousandths of one per cent or 0.0000008 gram phosphorus to 0.999992 gram of all the other ingredients in a one-gram dose. 0.0000008 + 0.999992 = 0.9999928, or (rounding up) 1 gram.

My cat refuses wet food, dry only - how can I administer these granules? Wish it was a pill.

It has been a long time since we needed this powder. I believe you could mist the dry food with water or chicken broth to get the powder to stick to the dry food. We had to try quite a variety of wet foods before we found some that our cat would eat. Good luck.

I'm having a terrible time getting my cat to eat her medicated food. She dos not like the taste! Do any of you dose your cats with regular cat food?

My cat with kidney disease never would eat the medicated renal diet. She had eaten mostly dry food and wouldn't eat moist kidney foods. But she happily took Fancy Feast broths and Hartz Delectables pouches. We give her one of each and put one capsule of AminAvast powder and one scoop of Epakitin powder in both times. She started out in stage 3 renal failure but her labs have slightly improved and have not worsened at all over 1.5 years, and she seems to feel quite well.

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Vetoquinol Epakitin Phosphate Binder for Cats and Dogs, 300 g

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Active Ingredients
Epakitin and
Brand
Vetoquinol
Item Form
Powder
Item Weight
10.56 ounces
Product Benefits
Antioxidant

🐾Supports kidney health in both cats & dogs

🧪Chitosan-based binder for effective phosphate control

⚖️300g powder, easy to dose & administer

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🐕‍🦺 Keep their kidneys thriving—because your best friend deserves the best care!

TRUSTED BY THOUSANDS - Backed by 3,600+ positive reviews and a top 50 rank in dog multivitamins—join the community prioritizing pet kidney health.
PALATABLE EASY TO USE - Highly palatable powder that integrates seamlessly with kidney support diets—no more struggling with supplements.
DUAL SPECIES VERSATILITY - Formulated for both cats and dogs, making it the go-to renal supplement for multi-pet households.
ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE FREE FORMULA - Gentle on your pet’s system while effectively managing phosphate levels without harsh additives.
CLINICALLY PROVEN RENAL SUPPORT - Harnesses natural chitosan and soy protein to reduce serum phosphorus and support kidney function.

Vetoquinol Epakitin is a 300g chitosan-based phosphate binder powder designed to support kidney health in cats and dogs. Featuring natural ingredients like chitosan, calcium carbonate, lactose, and hydrolyzed soy protein, it helps reduce serum phosphorus, urea, and creatinine levels. This aluminum hydroxide-free formula is highly palatable and easy to administer alongside kidney support diets, making it a trusted choice for pet owners aiming to maintain optimal renal function.

Specifications

ASIN	B000KKOMSG
Active Ingredients	Epakitin contains Lactose, Calcium Carbonate, Chitosan and Hydrolyzed Soy Protein.
Allergen Information	Lactose, Soy
Best Sellers Rank	#5,038 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #40 in Dog Multivitamins
Brand	Vetoquinol
Brand Name	Vetoquinol
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 3,662 Reviews
Global Trade Identification Number	00017030067194
Item Form	Powder
Item Highlight	Renal Support Supplement for Kidney Health, Chitosan-Based Phosphate Binder for Cats and Dogs, Soy Protein-Based Powder
Item Weight	10.56 ounces
Manufacturer	Vetoquinol
Manufacturer Part Number	822305
Model Number	822305
Number of Items	1
Pet Type	Cat, Dog
Product Benefits	Antioxidant
Target Species	Dog
UPC	030521316366 017030067194 030521016365
Unit Count	300 Grams

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