Felimazole Oral Solution 5mg/ml Cats
DECHRA UK (PHARMACEUTICALS)
Felimazole Oral Solution 5mg/ml Cats from DECHRA UK (PHARMACEUTICALS) is supplied as a oral solution.
LEGAL CLASSIFICATION:POM-V
THIS MEDICINE REQUIRES A PRESCRIPTION.
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Active Ingredient(s)
Thiamazole
Pack & Presentation
Form: Oral solution · Pack size: 30ML
Suitable Species
Cats
Indications
For the stabilisation of hyperthyroidism prior to surgical thyroidectomy. For the long-term treatment of feline hyperthyroidism.
Storage & Shelf Life
This veterinary medicinal product does not require any special storage conditions. Immediate packaging Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) amber bottles of 30 ml or 100 ml, closed with a low density polyethylene (LDPE) plug and a high density polyethylene (HDPE) closure. The veterinary medicinal product is supplied with a 1 ml polyethylene (PE)/polypropylene (PP) measuring syringe for administration of the solution to the animal.
Owner Handling & Safety
As thiamazole is a suspected human teratogen and it is excreted in the breast milk, women of child-bearing age and lactating women must wear nonpermeable single use gloves when handling the veterinary medicinal product, vomit or used litter of treated animals. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are attempting to conceive, you should not administer the veterinary medicinal product or handle the litter/vomit of treated cats. This veterinary medicinal product can cause allergic reactions after dermal contact.
Contraindications & Warnings
Do not use in cats suffering from systemic disease such as primary liver disease or diabetes mellitus. Do not use in cats showing signs of autoimmune disease. Do not use in animals with disorders of white blood cells, such as neutropenia and lymphopenia.
Use in Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy and lactation: Laboratory studies in rats and mice have shown evidence of teratogenic and embryotoxic effects of thiamazole. The safety of the product was not assessed in pregnant or lactating cats.
Regulatory Information
- Legal category: POM-V
- Marketing authorisation holder: Dechra Regulatory B.V. Handelsweg 25, 5531 AE Bladel, The Netherlands
- MA number: GB VM 50406/5036 NI VM 50406/3031
Important Notice
The information on this page is provided for general guidance only and does not replace the advice of a qualified veterinary surgeon. Always follow the directions provided on the product packaging and by your veterinary practice. If your animal's condition does not improve, worsens, or any side effects occur, contact your veterinary surgeon immediately.
