Galastop Product Information

Galastop Questions

What conditions does Galastop treat?
It is used to treat false pregnancy in female dogs.

How does Galastop work?

It inhibits prolactin secretion by the pituitary gland which reduces lactation. It also interacts with Dopamine.

How should I administer Galastop to my pet?
It is given orally directly into the mouth or mixed with food. Follow your vet’s directions using the dropper or syringe.

Wash your hands after use.

What is the correct dosage of Galastop for my animal's weight and species?

The correct dose for your animal is as prescribed by your vet. Your vet will follow the data sheet for the medication prescribed and for some medications will adjust this taking into consideration your animal's medical history.

How long should I continue with Galastop for?

You should continue for the length of time your vet prescribed the medication for. Please read the label your vet has attached to the medication. If you suspect that your pet may be having an adverse reaction to a medication, please contact your vet for advice on continuing the medication.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Galastop?

If you miss a dose of medication, please contact your vet for advice on when to give the next dose.

Where can I buy Galastop?

You can purchase Galastop cheaper than from your Vet Practice from www.vets4u.uk. To contact vets4u.uk, call us on +44 116 218 4244 between 09:30am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday, chat to us directly or email us at mail@vets4u.uk

Does Galastop need a prescription?

Yes, as it is classified as a POM-V.

How can I buy Galastop from Vets4u?

You can buy Galastop via our website via a valid prescription by adding to the basket on our website www.vets4u.uk.

Manufacturer’s Link to Galastop

Ceva Animal Health - Galastop

NOAH Compendium Datasheet Link to Galastop

Galastop Datasheet

What are the side-effects of Galastop?
Use in pregnant animals (if you did not know that your bitch was pregnant):

Experimental data have shown that cabergoline has the capacity to cause abortion in bitches in the later stages of pregnancy: this effect was seen in all bitches tested. Therefore a contra-indication against use of Galastop in pregnancy is essential (see Use in pregnancy, lactation or lay).

Induction of hypotension (low blood pressure):

Experimental data have shown that cabergoline has a hypotensive effect. This side-effect would not be expected to have adverse effects in clinical use because:

-The degree of this effect is not great and would not be expected to have adverse effects in healthy animals.

-In none of the experiments undertaken with cabergoline for whatever purpose and in whatever species has any evidence been observed of any adverse clinical reactions resulting from this hypotensive effect.

Nevertheless if an animal had low blood pressure for other reasons (e.g. concurrent use of hypotensive drugs, influence of anaesthetic agents), cabergoline might have adverse effects, and a warning to prevent usage of Galastop under such conditions is included (see Use in pregnancy, lactation or lay).

Emetic effects:

The tolerance data show that cabergoline has emetic activity (can make them vomit) in the dog. This effect appears to be dose related,and is marked at doses of 10 µg/kg and above (the ED50 – the dose causing emesis in 50% of treated dogs – being calculated at 19 µg/kg).

In the clinical studies vomiting and anorexia was observed in a proportion of bitches treated as recommended for Galastop: in those studies where frequency was recorded, a total of 361 bitches were treated as recommended; of these, 28 bitches (8%) vomited and 58 bitches (16%) showed anorexia.

In most cases these adverse effects were transient and of little significance, occurring after the first one or two treatments only. In only 3 bitches in the clinical trials (less than 1%) was treatment stopped because of vomiting.

In a small proportion of cases (qualitative frequency not available), a degree of drowsiness was observed in the first 2 days of treatment.

What is Galastop?

Galastop is a prescription medication for use in dogs to treat a false pregnancy, to suppress lactation and behavioural changes.

How long does Galastop take to work?

It starts to work in 4-6 hours.

What is Galastop used for?

To reduce lactation when dogs are having a false pregnancy and to help with behavioural changes.

Can Galastop bring your bitch in season?

No.

Can I give Galastop to my Syrian hamster?

No.

Does Galastop work in neutered bitches?

Neutered bitches won’t have seasons, so won’t have lactation.

How to give Galastop?

It is given orally directly into the mouth or mixed with food. Follow your vet’s directions using the dropper or syringe.

Wash your hands after use and if you are a woman wear gloves. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes.

Is Galastop any good for dogs?

It is licensed to treat a dog having a false pregnancy if your vet prescribes it knowing your individual dog’s medical history. It is licensed as it reduces lactation and changes in behaviour linked to the false pregnancy.

Is there an alternative to Galastop?

Ask your vet, as this depends on a moment in time and what is available at that time.

Answers Compiled by our RCVS Registered Veterinary Surgeon.