Librela Product Information
What condition does Librela treat?
It is an injectable product containing a monoclonal antibody used for the alleviation of pain associated with arthritis in dogs over 12 months of age.
How does Librela work?
Librela targets the Nerve Growth Factor, it inhibits Nerve Growth Factor cell signalling which provides relief from pain associated with osteoarthritis.
How should I administer Librela to my pet?
Librela is given by injection into the subcutaneous tissues under the skin.
What is the correct dosage 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 Librela?
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 LIbrela?
If you miss a dose of medication, please contact your vet for advice on when to give the next dose.
Where can I buy Librela for dogs?
You can purchase Libromide Tablets cheaper than the vets from Vets4U Ltd. To contact Vets4U, 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 Librela need a prescription?
Yes, as it is classified legally as a POM-V medication.
How can I buy Librela from Vets4U?
You can buy Librela via our website www.vets4u.uk.
Manufacturers Link to Librela
Zoetis - Librela
Link to NOAH Compendium
How long does Librela take to work?
Results can be expected after a month, sometimes it can take 2 months .If there is no improvement after 2 months then other treatments should be tried
Is Librela available in the UK?
Yes.
How much is Librela for dogs?
This will vary depending on your supplier. You can contact Vets4U Ltd., a registered pet pharmacy for our price.
Is Librela a steroid?
No, it works in a different way.
Are there any side effects of Librela?
Uncommon (1 to 10 animals / 1,000 animals treated) - Injection site reaction (e.g. injection site swelling, injection site warmth.
Rare (1 to 10 animals / 10,000 animals treated) - Polydipsia. Polyuria.
Very rare (<1 animal / 10,000 animals treated, including isolated reports) - Hypersensitivity reaction (anaphylaxis, facial swelling, pruritus), immune-mediated haemolytic anaemia, immune-mediated thrombocytopenia.
In case of such reactions, appropriate symptomatic treatment should be administered.
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian, to either the marketing authorisation holder or its local representative or the national competent authority via the national reporting system. See also section 16 of the package leaflet for respective contact details.
Link to NOAH Compendium Product Datasheet