Treatment of ibuprofen intoxication in a dog via therapeutic plasma exchange

This report describes the use of TPE as an adjunct for ibuprofen intoxication. An 85% reduction in plasma ibuprofen concentration occurred and recovery from a potentially lethal ingestion of ibuprofen was achieved with TPE and supportive care. TPE should be considered when presented with acute ibuprofen intoxication due to the rapid and efficacious nature of therapy.
Source: Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Tags: Case Report Source Type: research