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Today's VeTerinary PracTice | september/october 2015 | tvpjournal.com Today's VeTerinary news 10 ASSISI ANIMAL HEALTH UNVEILS THE ASSISI LOOP 2.0 Assisi Animal Health has unveiled the Assisi Loop 2.0, a nonpharmaceutical anti-infammatory device (NPAID). The Assisi Loop 2.0 uses patented targeted pulsed electromagnetic feld (tPEMF) technology that has been demonstrated through laboratory testing to have an effect on the known biochemical and cellular mechanisms of action related to infammation. The Assisi Loop 2.0 can be prescribed by veterinarians to treat orthopedic injuries, degenerative neurologic issues, postsurgical pain and swelling, infammatory conditions, and wounds. The Assisi Loop 2.0 features a sturdy sheath covering the coil wire applicator and comes in 2 sizes, the original 20-cm diameter coil and the new 10-cm size. Each Assisi Loop 2.0 delivers upwards of 150 ffteen-minute treatment cycles, and is even effective through bandages and casts. For more information, veterinarians should contact their independent distributor representative or call (866) 830-7342. The Latest news in Veterinary Medicine For more veterinary news, go to Facebook.com/ TodaysVeterinary Practice Twitter.com/ TVPJournal VETOVATION VIDEO SMARTSCOPE SYSTEM NOW AVAILABLE FOR IPHONE The vetOvation smartScope system utilizes an iPhone to perform video otology and rhinoscopy, and assist during intubation. The images and video of the anatomy inside a patient's ears and nose are captured on the iPhone and can be shared with a client via email. The dual channel otoscope enables continuous lavage along with removal of wax and hair. A video demonstrating the ease of using the smartScope system in an examination or operating room is available on the company's website. Please visit vetovation.com for more information. Photo by Jenny Jones from SAGE Centers for Assisi Animal Health NUTRAMAX LABORATORIES LAUNCHES MARIN PLUS Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc has introduced Marin Plus for dogs, a new liver health supplement that combines classic Marin for dogs with NMXCC95 curcumin extract and medium chain triglyceride (MCT) oil. NMXCC95 curcumin extract has been shown to be hepatoprotective by helping inhibit the infammatory pathway and supporting oxidative balance. This extract provides superior bioavailability at 7 times higher overall absorption as compared to standard curcumin. MCT oil is an easily absorbed energy source for the liver. Marin Plus is available in a soft chew for dogs 10 lb and up, with 60 soft chews in a pouch. For additional information, visit marinplusliver.com or contact customer service at (888) 886-6442. CERENIA NOW APPROVED FOR USE IN DOGS UNTIL VOMITING RESOLVED Zoetis, Inc has announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved an update to the labeling for CERENIA (maropitant citrate) tablets. The revised label now allows for once-daily administration until resolution of acute vomiting for dogs 7 months of age and older. Previously, the dosing and administration instructions limited use to 5 consecutive days for prevention of acute vomiting. The dosing limitation for use in dogs 2 to 7 months of age remains 5 consecutive days. For more information, visit zoetisus.com. PURINA DEBUTS NATURAL THERAPEUTIC DIETS FOR DOGS AND CATS Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets has announced the launch of its frst natural therapeutic diet: Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EN Gastroenteric Naturals with Added Vitamins and Minerals. The new products are now available in both canine and feline formulations and dry and canned varieties. The new EN Gastroenteric Naturals diets are formulated without added artifcial colors, favors, corn, or wheat. For more information, visit purinaveterinarydiets.com.