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Polyprenyl Immunostimulant
Polyprenyl Immunostimulant, or "PI" as it is commonly referred to in the FIP groups, is an oral supplement that is administered daily for 1-2 weeks, then every other day once the jump-start dose is completed. PI is approved to treat feline herpes; however, it is used off-label to treat feline infectious peritonitis. It is not a cure of FIP, but there have been some long term FIP survivors. PI is best suited for dry FIP, and the success rate (defined as surviving 1 year or more) is approximately 10%.
Polyprenyl is used to enhance and strengthen the cat's immune system, ideally to allow the cat to fight off the virus.
Cats who are using Polyprenyl should also be receiving overall systemic support by way of weekly B12 injections, daily B12 supplements, and if and as needed, appetite stimulants and ant-nausea medication. Typically an anti-viral medication will also be prescribed for 10-14 days.
PI must be prescribed and ordered by a veterinarian. The necessary forms and ordering information can be found on Vet Immune's website.
*Cats who are taking Polyprenyl for FIP should NOT be taking steroids, as steroids will weaken the cat's immune system and work against the PI.
Steroid Treatment for FIP
For many years, steroid treatment was the only option for FIP cats. It is entirely palliative in nature, i.e. it's purpose is to keep the cat comfortable for however much time he/she has left.
Steroids are inexpensive and can help provide temporary comfort to an FIP cat by increasing appetite, reducing fever, reducing inflammation, and with wet FIP, steroids may also help to reduce the effusion.
Home Care/Supportive Care
The success of palliative care, as well as your cat's quality of life, depends highly on supportive care and treating symptoms such as inappetence, fever, anemia, diarrhea and more. Please continue reading about supportive care here.