how long does it take for epakitin to begin working ....days, weeks?

After being released from 4 days of hospitalization for acute renal failure, my cat became symptom-free and flourished (still flourishing) after 10 days of adding small amounts of Epakitin in her wet cat food. twice a day.

If a low phosphorus diet is prescribed, why does this product contain phosphorus?

Epakitin is made from shellfish shells and they naturally contain phosphorus. The tiny amount of phosphorus in Epakitin is negligible. It's only eight ten-thousandths of one per cent or 0.0000008 gram phosphorus to 0.999992 gram of all the other ingredients in a one-gram dose. 0.0000008 + 0.999992 = 0.9999928, or (rounding up) 1 gram.

My cat refuses wet food, dry only - how can I administer these granules? Wish it was a pill.

It has been a long time since we needed this powder. I believe you could mist the dry food with water or chicken broth to get the powder to stick to the dry food. We had to try quite a variety of wet foods before we found some that our cat would eat. Good luck.

I'm having a terrible time getting my cat to eat her medicated food. She dos not like the taste! Do any of you dose your cats with regular cat food?

My cat with kidney disease never would eat the medicated renal diet. She had eaten mostly dry food and wouldn't eat moist kidney foods. But she happily took Fancy Feast broths and Hartz Delectables pouches. We give her one of each and put one capsule of AminAvast powder and one scoop of Epakitin powder in both times. She started out in stage 3 renal failure but her labs have slightly improved and have not worsened at all over 1.5 years, and she seems to feel quite well.

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Epakitin - Chitosan Pet Supplement for Cats & Dogs - Supports Renal & Kidney Function - Aids with Feline & Canine Health - Aluminum Hydroxide-Free Oral Powder - 180 Grams

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Active Ingredients
Epakitin and
Brand
Vetoquinol
Flavor
Flavorless
Item Form
Powder
Item Weight
0.01 Ounces

🧪Chitosan-based phosphate binder

⚖️Aluminum hydroxide-free formula

🍽️Easy-to-mix, palatable powder

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🐾 Elevate your pet’s kidney care—because their health deserves the best!

CLEAN SAFE FORMULA - Aluminum hydroxide-free with lactose, calcium carbonate, and hydrolyzed soy protein for gentle, effective serum phosphorus management.
RENAL DIET COMPATIBLE - Works harmoniously with specialized kidney diets to maximize phosphate control and overall kidney health.
PRECISION KIDNEY SUPPORT - Clinically designed chitosan formula to actively bind phosphates and support healthy renal function.
TRUSTED QUALITY ASSURANCE - Backed by Vetoquinol’s rigorous standards and transparency, ensuring your pet’s health is in expert hands.
EFFORTLESS MEAL INTEGRATION - Flavorless powder that blends seamlessly into your pet’s food, perfect for even the pickiest eaters.

Vetoquinol Epakitin is a scientifically formulated, chitosan-based oral powder designed to support kidney function in cats and dogs by binding dietary phosphates. Free from aluminum hydroxide, it features lactose, calcium carbonate, and hydrolyzed soy protein to help manage serum phosphorus, urea, and creatinine levels. This flavorless, easy-to-mix supplement integrates smoothly into meals, complements renal diets, and is produced under strict quality standards to promote healthier, happier pets.

Specifications

ASIN	B008476V2W
ASIN	B008476V2W
Active Ingredients	Epakitin contains Lactose, Calcium Carbonate, Chitosan and Hydrolyzed Soy Protein.
Allergen Information	Yam Free
Best Sellers Rank	#4,975 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #51 in Cat Multivitamins
Brand Name	Vetoquinol
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,594)
Date First Available	November 28, 2005
Flavor	Flavorless
Global Trade Identification Number	00017030073584
Included Components	Epakitin for Dogs (180 gm)
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Form	Powder
Item Type Name	Kidney Support
Item Weight	0.01 Ounces
Item model number	417358
Manufacturer	Vetoquinol
Manufacturer	Vetoquinol
Manufacturer Part Number	417358
Model Number	417358
Number of Items	1
Product Dimensions	3.5 x 1 x 2.6 inches; 0.01 ounces
Specific Uses For Product	Stomach
Target Species	Cat, Dog
UPC	017030073584 030521016358
Unit Count	180.00 Grams

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