Update
On April 19, 2024, we had Chiana tested again to check her viral load. While this isn’t the result we hoped for, we’re still convinced the increase is related to her weight. At 14 lbs, we haven’t yet found the right dosage to combat the illness and turn things around.
Test Results
| Date | Status | Viral Load |
|---|---|---|
| 2/29/24 | Progressive | 8.51 x 10⁶ = 8,510,000 |
| 4/19/24 | Progressive | 9.31 x 10⁶ = 9,310,000 |
Analysis
We suspect that the increase in Chiana’s viral load is tied to her weight. At 14 lbs, she might require a higher dosage. On April 25, 2024, we increased her dosage to 150 mg/day.
The good news is that we’ve been able to source her medication from Canada at a much lower cost. Additionally, we’ve learned that transitioning her to the adult version of raltegravir and cutting the 400 mg tablets as needed is a safe and economical long-term option. Chiana continues to show no side effects or symptoms of FeLV, and she remains a happy and loving Maine Coon with her usual calm personality.
Next Steps
- Monitor her response to the increased dosage of 150 mg/day.
- Transition her to the adult version of raltegravir for better cost-efficiency.
- Retesting Date: June.
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