{"product_id":"virbac-veterinary-hpm-u1-urology-struvite-dissolution-cat-food","title":"Virbac Veterinary HPM U1 Urology Struvite Dissolution Cat Food – Short-Term Clinical Diet to Dissolve Struvite Stones, 1.5 kg","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStruvite stones are common in cats, usually caused by urinary tract infection, poor water intake and\/or dietary imbalance. These hard bladder deposits can block urination, cause considerable discomfort and, if not addressed, become life-threatening — but they can be managed with the right diet. Virbac Veterinary HPM U1 Struvite Dissolution is a clinical dry food fed for \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 12 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e to help break down and flush out struvite stones, and it can also help reduce the recurrence of oxalate stones. Built on the HPM philosophy, it's a low-carbohydrate, high-protein formula (44% protein, of which 90% is animal-origin, and 23% carbohydrates) that stimulates water intake and dilutes and acidifies urine for fast results. This is a therapeutic veterinary diet for short-term use and should be used under veterinary supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDissolves struvite stones\u003c\/strong\u003e — helps dissolve struvite stones in an average of 14 days, managing feline urinary tract disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStimulates hydration\u003c\/strong\u003e — high protein and sodium encourage water intake and increased urination, and help dilute and acidify urine for fast results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow struvite RSS (\u0026lt;1)\u003c\/strong\u003e — analysed for a low relative supersaturation to effectively dissolve and help prevent recurrence of struvite crystals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces urinary inflammation\u003c\/strong\u003e — a high level of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA + DHA) helps reduce lower urinary tract inflammation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLowers future stone risk\u003c\/strong\u003e — binds phosphorus (chitosan) and includes potassium citrate to help limit oxalate crystals, with lowered carbohydrate intake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eComposition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDehydrated pork and poultry proteins, potato starch, hydrolysed pork and poultry proteins, animal fats, minerals, peas, faba bean hulls, rice, beet pulp, linseed, brewer's yeast, fish oil, lignocellulose, psyllium fibre (\u003cem\u003ePlantago\u003c\/em\u003e spp.), fructo-oligosaccharides, hydrolysed crustacean (source of chitosan), chondroitin sulfate, \u003cem\u003eLactobacillus acidophilus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree from gluten, maize, wheat, soya, beef and egg (per pack). Contains crustacean-derived chitosan — note for shellfish sensitivities.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey functional ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e EPA+DHA omega-3 and omega-6 (reduce lower urinary tract inflammation) · 44% high-quality protein (encourages drinking and urination) · Chitosan 800 mg\/kg (phosphorus binder) · L-carnitine 540 mg\/kg (fat metabolism) · Potassium citrate 0.3% (calcium oxalate binder).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAnalytical Constituents (% as fed)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMoisture 5.5% · Protein 44% · Animal:vegetal protein ratio 90\/10 · Fat 16% · Minerals 7.5% · Crude fibre 4% · NFE (carbohydrates) 23% · Starch 15% · Calcium 0.65% · Phosphorus 0.65% · Sodium 1.3% · Potassium 0.7% · Magnesium 0.08% · Chloride 1.8% · Sulphur 0.7% · Methionine + cystine 1.5% · Omega-6 2.5% · Omega-3 1% · EPA+DHA 0.3% · Metabolisable energy 385–397 kcal\/100 g.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eUrine acidification target pH 6.0–6.5 (per pack). Energy from protein 42% \/ fat 37% \/ NFE 21%.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdded ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bentonite 5 g\/kg · Killed lactobacilli 7 mg\/kg · Chitosan 800 mg\/kg · L-carnitine 540 mg\/kg · Potassium citrate 0.3%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins \u0026amp; trace elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin A 17,000 IU\/kg · Vitamin D3 1,700 IU\/kg · Vitamin E 610 mg\/kg · Vitamin K3 0.22 · B1 11.2 · B2 8 · B3 113.4 · B5 14.5 · B6 7.6 · B8 0.15 · B9 1.9 · B12 0.046 mg\/kg · Choline 1,760 mg\/kg · Taurine 2,460 mg\/kg · Copper 12 · Iodine 0.4 · Zinc 110 mg\/kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAdult and senior cats for short-term (5–12 week) dissolution of struvite stones — under veterinary direction. Once stones have dissolved, transition to Virbac Veterinary HPM U2 Dissolution \u0026amp; Prevention for long-term prevention.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnly for adult\/senior cats not diagnosed with chronic kidney disease or cardiac insufficiency. Do not use during growth (kittens\/junior cats) or while pregnant or lactating.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFeeding Guidelines\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRations are based on the cat's \u003cstrong\u003ecurrent\u003c\/strong\u003e body weight and must be \u003cstrong\u003ereviewed and adjusted every month\u003c\/strong\u003e. Always provide a generous supply of fresh drinking water. Follow your veterinarian's plan and the recommended feeding duration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eBody weight (kg)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eOverweight (g\/day)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNormal* (g\/day)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eUnderweight (g\/day)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Adult neutered indoor cat with optimal body weight.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStore in a cool, dry place; keep the resealable bag closed after opening to preserve freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA therapeutic veterinary diet for \u003cstrong\u003eshort-term use (5–12 weeks)\u003c\/strong\u003e — use under veterinary supervision, and transition to U2 for long-term prevention once stones have dissolved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot for cats with chronic kidney disease or cardiac insufficiency; not for kittens\/junior cats or pregnant\/lactating cats.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRation is based on current weight and must be reviewed monthly; ensure constant access to fresh water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains crustacean-derived chitosan; inform your vet of any known shellfish sensitivities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirbac (Veterinary HPM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVeterinary HPM U1 Urology Struvite Dissolution Cat Food\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTherapeutic dry cat food (short-term struvite dissolution)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–12 weeks (short-term)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh protein (44%, 90% animal-origin), low carbohydrate, low struvite RSS (\u0026lt;1), urine acidification pH 6.0–6.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e385–397 kcal\/100 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 kg (resealable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult \u0026amp; senior cats (vet-directed, short-term)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCKD, cardiac insufficiency, kittens\/junior, pregnant\/lactating cats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufactured by\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirbac Nutrition, Vauvert, France\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImported \u0026amp; Marketed by\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirbac Animal Health India Pvt. Ltd, Borivali (East), Mumbai – 400066\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGTIN \/ Barcode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot provided\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From Pets Lifestyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Pets Lifestyle, we follow a \u003cem\u003eResearch Before Sales\u003c\/em\u003e philosophy — sourcing directly from the importer, manufacturer or exporter only, with no reseller or middleman and no markup-on-markup. Every product is \u003cem\u003eReviewed \u0026amp; Curated by Vishnu Dutt Tripathi | Pet Expert\u003c\/em\u003e, who leads product research and quality vetting at Pets Lifestyle, so you get genuine products and honest guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePetsLifestyle \u0026amp; Vɪsʜɴᴜ Dᴜᴛᴛ Tʀɪᴘᴀᴛʜɪ | Pᴇᴛ Exᴘᴇʀᴛ\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Virbac Veterinary HPM U1 Struvite Dissolution?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a short-term clinical dry cat food, fed for 5–12 weeks, that helps break down and flush out struvite bladder stones and can help reduce recurrence of oxalate stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's formulated to dissolve struvite stones in an average of 14 days, with a low struvite RSS (\u0026lt;1); follow your vet's guidance on duration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between U1 and U2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eU1 is a short-term dissolution diet; once the stones have dissolved, U2 Dissolution \u0026amp; Prevention is recommended for long-term prevention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich cats should not eat it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCats with chronic kidney disease or cardiac insufficiency, kittens\/junior cats, and pregnant or lactating cats. Use under veterinary guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it help?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh protein and sodium stimulate drinking and dilute\/acidify urine, omega-3 reduces inflammation, and chitosan and potassium citrate help lower future stone risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy it in India?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can buy Virbac Veterinary HPM U1 Struvite Dissolution online in India from Pets Lifestyle with convenient delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Virbac","offers":[{"title":"1.5 kg","offer_id":52358976700717,"sku":null,"price":1890.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/9012\/6637\/files\/foofoo_33.png?v=1789062043","url":"https:\/\/www.pets-lifestyle.com\/products\/virbac-veterinary-hpm-u1-urology-struvite-dissolution-cat-food","provider":"Pets Lifestyle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}