Rx Acepromazine 25mg x 1 tablet

Rx Acepromazine 25 mg x 1 tablet

Acepromazine Maleate Tablets are used in dogs as an aid in tranquilization and as a preanesthetic agent. This medication can help control intractable animals during examination, treatment, grooming, x-rays, and minor surgical procedures. Acepromazine produces sedation, muscular relaxation, and a reduction in spontaneous activity, making handling and procedures safer and less stressful for both the patient and veterinary staff. Manufacturer may vary from product shown.

Key Details:

• Strength & Count: 25 mg; 1 tablet.

• Class: Phenothiazine tranquilizer.

• Indication (Dogs): Aid in tranquilization; preanesthetic agent; control of difficult animals during examinations, treatment, grooming, x-ray, and minor procedures.

• Use Only Under Vet Supervision: Typical dosage is 0.25–1.0 mg per lb. of body weight, repeated as required. Reduces the required dosage of general anesthetics.

• Contraindications/Cautions:

  • Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

  • Federal law prohibits use in animals intended for human consumption.

  • Potent CNS depressant; excessive dosing or use in sensitive animals can cause prolonged depression or motor restlessness.

  • Use with caution in animals under general anesthesia, with cardiac disease, liver dysfunction, leukopenia, stress, debilitation, sympathetic blockade, hypovolemia, or shock.

  • Epinephrine is contraindicated for treating hypotension caused by phenothiazine derivatives.

  • Do not use with organophosphates, procaine hydrochloride, or certain ectoparasiticides.

  • Rare idiosyncratic reactions (aggression, nervousness, behavioral changes) have been reported.

• Storage: Store at controlled room temperature away from light and moisture.

• Regulatory: Prescription required; federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Keep away from children and other household pets.
This item is not returnable or refundable.
Sold in Qty. of 1 (1 tablet).