Benefits:

Petmedin Tablets are indicated for

• The treatment of canine congestive heart failure (CHF) originating from dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) or valvular insufficiency (mitral and/or tricuspid valve regurgitation).
• The treatment of preclinical DCM in large breed dogs. When used in cases of preclinical DCM in large breed dogs, pimobendan significantly prolonged the time to the onset of CHF or sudden death, and also resulted in prolongation of the time to death due to all causes.
• Doberman Pinscher dogs with preclinical DCM treated with pimobendan also demonstrated a significant reduction in Left Ventricular Internal Diameter in both systole and diastole (LVIDs/d) in response to therapy.
• The treatment of dogs with evidence of increased heart size secondary to asymptomatic (preclinical) myxomatous mitral valve disease to delay the onset of clinical symptoms of heart failure, to reduce heart size and to increase survival time.

How it Works:

Vetmedin opens up the blood vessels that take blood away from the heart, effectively reducing work the heart does to pump blood. At the same time, Vetmedin opens up the blood vessels returning blood to the heart, reducing pressure on the hear.

Cautions:

If serious side effects or allergic reactions occur, stop giving Vetmedin and seek emergency veterinary medical attention.

• Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
• Determine the bodyweight accurately before treatment to ensure correct dosage.
• This product should be used only in dogs with cardiac insufficiency.
• In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical advice immediately and show the package leaflet or the label to the physician. Accidental ingestion, especially by a child, may lead to the occurrence of tachycardia, orthostatic hypotension, flushing of the face and headaches.

What are the side effects:

A moderate positive chronotropic effect and vomiting may occur in rare cases. However, these effects are dose-dependent and can be avoided by reducing the dose in those cases. In rare cases transient diarrhoea, anorexia or lethargy have been observed.

PREGNANCY AND LACTATION:

The safety of the product has not been assessed in pregnant or nursing bitches. Use only if the expected therapeutic benefits overweigh the potential risk assessment by the responsible veterinarian.

OVERDOSAGE:

In the case of overdose, a positive chronotropic effect and vomiting may occur. In this situation, the dosage should be reduced and appropriate symptomatic treatment should be initiated.

STORAGE:

Store below 30°C .