Rycarfa Carprofen 20 tablets non-steroidal anti-inflammatory for dogs

SPECIES: Dogs

COMPOSITION:

Each Rycarfa 50 mg tablet contains Carprofen 50 mg

INDICATIONS:

Reduction of inflammation and pain caused by musculoskeletal disorders and degenerative joint diseases.

In the post-operative period, after parenteral analgesia.

DOSAGE AND METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION:

Oral administration.

The recommended initial daily dose is 2 to 4 mg carprofen per kg of body weight, in a single administration or divided into two equal doses.

After a treatment period of 7 days, depending on the clinical response, the dose can be reduced to 2 mg carprofen per kg of body weight per day, in a single administration.

In the post-operative period, to extend the analgesic effect, the parenteral treatment with injectable solution can be followed by the oral administration of tablets, in a dose of 4 mg/kg body weight per day, for a period of up to 5 days.

The duration of treatment depends on the clinical response; after a treatment period of 14 days, the veterinary surgeon must reevaluate the dog's clinical condition.

Do not exceed the recommended dose.

In carprofen overdose there is no specific antidote and a general treatment to support the body's functions must be instituted, according to the clinical indications of NSAID overdose.

PRECAUTIONS:

Use in elderly dogs may cause additional risks. If treatment is absolutely necessary, dogs may require close clinical follow-up.

It is recommended to avoid using the medicine in dehydrated, hypovolemic or hypotensive dogs, due to the potential risk of increased renal toxicity. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can inhibit phagocytosis, therefore, during the treatment of inflammatory conditions associated with bacterial infections, appropriate concurrent antimicrobial therapy is required.

Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals.

In case of accidental ingestion of the tablets, immediately seek medical advice and present the product leaflet or label to the doctor.

After handling the product, wash your hands with water

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

It is not used for cats.

It is not used for pregnant or lactating bitches.

It is not used for dogs under the age of 4 months.

Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients.

It is not used for dogs with heart, liver or kidney diseases, in the case of the possibility of ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding, or in the case of a known blood dyscrasia.

ADVERSE REACTIONS:

The following common adverse reactions have been reported during NSAID treatment: vomiting, loose stools/diarrhea, occult fecal bleeding, loss of appetite and lethargy.

In general, these adverse reactions appear during the first week of treatment and are, in most cases, transient and resolve when treatment is stopped, but, in very rare cases, they can be severe or life-threatening.

If adverse reactions occur, the treatment must be stopped and the advice of the veterinarian must be sought.

Similar to other NSAIDs, there is a risk of rare adverse renal or hepatic events, of an allergic nature.

Use during pregnancy, lactation:

Studies with laboratory animals (rats and rabbits) have shown the presence of fetotoxic effects of carprofen at doses close to the therapeutic ones. The safety of the veterinary medicinal product has not been established during pregnancy and lactation.

The product should not be used in pregnant or lactating bitches.

PRESENTATION: Box with 20 tablets (blister of 10 tablets each).

STORAGE:

Insert the remaining half of the tablet after administration into the blister and use them within a maximum period of 24 hours.

Do not store at a temperature higher than 25°C.

Keep in the original packaging, to protect from light and moisture.

Important: Rycarfa 50 mg 20 tablets belongs to the pharmacy category. Consult the veterinarian for diagnosis, prescription of medication or diet according to the specific needs of your dog (cat). The PetMart specialist can answer any question related to diets, medicines, the method and necessity of their administration.