Also known as: Keracunan xilitol (pemanis gula getah, dll.)
Xilitol ialah pemanis alkohol gula yang mencetuskan pelepasan insulin yang pantas dan banyak pada anjing, menyebabkan hipoglisemia yang teruk. Dos lebih tinggi boleh menyebabkan nekrosis hati akut dan kegagalan hati. Punca termasuk gula getah bebas gula, gula-gula, produk bakar, sesetengah mentega kacang, dan produk penjagaan gigi. Tanda muncul dalam beberapa minit hingga sejam.
Xylitol toxicosis is a rapidly progressing poisoning in dogs. The sweetener provokes dose-dependent insulin secretion leading to dangerous hypoglycemia, and at higher doses acute liver injury.
Ingestion of xylitol-containing products: sugar-free gum and mints, candies, baked goods, certain peanut and nut butters, toothpaste, and some medications.
Weakness, lethargy, vomiting, incoordination, collapse, and seizures from low blood sugar, often within 30 to 60 minutes. Hepatic failure may follow over 12 to 72 hours with jaundice, bruising, and bleeding.
History of ingestion plus documented hypoglycemia. Serial liver enzymes and clotting times assess hepatic involvement.
Emergency dextrose supplementation and intravenous fluids to correct hypoglycemia, plus liver protectants and supportive care. Induced emesis is only appropriate very early before signs develop. Monitoring of glucose and liver values is essential.
Store all xylitol products securely and check labels of peanut butter and supplements before sharing with pets.
This content is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. If you are worried about your pet, contact your veterinarian.
