Reptaid for RI?

[janjan20]

He doesn’t look big in that pic…as far as the pooping goes it’s up to you. I would try and keep his stress down to a minimum, maybe give him some more outside time.

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

He doesn’t look big in that pic…as far as the pooping goes it’s up to you. I would try and keep his stress down to a minimum, maybe give him some more outside time.

I think I might give it a few more days.

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

Still no poop. Not sure how much longer I should wait. He seems ok though. He eats voraciously.

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

How is his hydration? I’ve had mine go 2-3 weeks (at the longest) with no bowel movement. Not saying this is normal but from my experience the lack of movement/activity along with meds has stopped up my guys. Most recently when treating pinworms. I did not notice the Reptaid making them go to the bathroom any faster. If he’s eating and you haven’t already, try giving him some hornworms or silkworms. I find that this helps my chams. He will also be less likely to become impacted. Also, keep an eye out for any bloating or abdominal distention. Hope this helps, I know it’s pretty stressful for you.

Did they ever go a full 3 weeks? Like 21 days?

 

[janjan20]

Yes, but this happens mainly in the winter time bc they are housed outdoors. I currently have one that was a daily pooper that is going on 2 weeks. He was treated for pinworms early March and that seemed to off set his schedule. I do feed them less when they don’t poop but more hydrating feeders.

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

Yes, but this happens mainly in the winter time bc they are housed outdoors. I currently have one that was a daily pooper that is going on 2 weeks. He was treated for pinworms early March and that seemed to off set his schedule. I do feed them less when they don’t poop but more hydrating feeders.

I've been feeding dubias that I've been filling with water. Probably will get more worms today.

 

[janjan20]

I would stick to silk worms for now, just to keep things more lubricated.

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

I would stick to silk worms for now, just to keep things more lubricated.

Hornworms ok?

 

[elizaann2]

Hornworms ok?

Hornworms are basically a water balloon. should be good to feed those too

 

[kinyonga]

Just found these…
http://www.muchadoaboutchameleons.com/2014/07/melleri-mouth-maladies-giving-reptaid.html

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

I think he pooped!!!

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

What are those little orange things

 

[elizaann2]

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I think he pooped!!!

HUZZAH!!!!!

 

[elizaann2]

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What are those little orange things

Not sure...

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

HUZZAH!!!!!

Yeah at least while he's on the medication it seems like 2 plus weeks is "normal"

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

The entire brown part was also covered in a layer of mucus.

 

[janjan20]

Yaaaaayyyyyy!! Can’t tell what the orange bits are…unsure of the mucous. I’ve seen it in mine every so often.

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

@janjan20 He seems a bit lethargic and sick so I was wondering if I could maybe try a half dose or quarter dose of reptaid? I don't think that would be too overwhelming to his body right? Hoping it might perk him up and give him the energy to get up in the mornings on his own.

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

I think I will try a half dose of reptaid tomorrow since his RI is back.

 

[Pluto_the_Panther]

Ok this is for anyone reading this in the future. Reptaid did not cure his RI but keep in mind neither did vet prescribed antibiotics. However, reptaid definitely helped keep him stable when off antibiotics and even seemed to be working for a little. My conclusion is that the proper use for Reptaid for an RI is at the very very beginning of an RI to promote health while you go get proper vet care. It will probably keep them alive in the meantime while you wait for a potentially far-off appointment or culture results. However, I am a not a vet and this is just my personal experience.