Hyperthyroidism was not recognized as a clinical problem in cats until 1979. It is now considered the most common endocrinopathy in cats.

About this website

This website is intended for veterinarians to provide information about hyperthyroidism in cats. It also serves as a reference for Vidalta®(known as Vidalta® Vet in Belgium and Norway), MSD Animal Health’s prolonged-release carbimazole for the management of hyperthyroidism in cats.

Some parts of this website are for veterinarians only, veterinarians can register by following the registration link.

Cat owner website

Hyperthyroidism-cat.com is a website for owners of cats diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. It contains information on the diseasetreatment and management options and a frequently asked questions section.

MSD Animal Health

MSD Animal Health is a global leader in the discovery, development, manufacture and sale of veterinary medicines. The result of the combination of two major companies in the animal health sector, our company offers customers one of the industry’s broadest, most innovative portfolios, spanning products to support performance and to prevent, treat and control disease in all major farm and companion animal species.

“Hyperthyroidism is a common condition in older cats that is diagnosed based on history, physical examination and blood tests”