Companion Animals

Cat Feline Infectious Peritonitis Treatment Welfare

FIP was previously fatal; antiviral drugs now offer cure rates exceeding 85%. Access to treatment and monitoring welfare during long medication courses are current challenges.

Key Facts

FIP is caused by a mutated form of feline coronavirus affecting immune response
Antiviral drugs GS-441524 and remdesivir derivatives cure over 85% of FIP cases
Treatment courses typically last 84 days with close monitoring required
Cost of treatment ranges from hundreds to thousands of pounds depending on formulation and source

Welfare Considerations

FIP antiviral treatment welfare requires intensive monitoring for treatment response, managing injection or oral administration welfare, and supporting cats through the 12-week treatment course. Relapse monitoring for 12 weeks after treatment completion is essential.

What You Can Do

Join FIP Warriors UK support group if your cat receives FIP treatment
Ask your vet about the latest antiviral options for FIP treatment
Monitor treated cats closely for signs of relapse in the 12 weeks after completing treatment