"Ketofen" for cats: instructions for use

Cats are very active animals. Therefore, they often receive various injuries, resulting in violations of the function of the musculoskeletal system. To date, veterinary medicine knows many drugs used to treat joints. Especially effective has a "Ketofen" for cats. The instruction to this tool will be considered in today's publication.

General information

This drug is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent related to the carboxylic acid group. It is produced in the form of tablets, which contain 5, 10 or 20 milligrams of ketoprofen. They are packaged in blisters. In each of them there are ten tablets.

Blisters are placed in marked cardboard packages, on which there is necessarily information about the manufacturer, shelf life and storage conditions. Also, they must be marked "For animals". Ketofen (for cats or other animals) is stored in a dark dry place at a temperature of no higher than twenty-five degrees. The shelf life of this veterinary drug is no more than three years from the date of manufacture.

pharmachologic effect

This preparation contains ketoprofen, which has antipyretic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. This substance actively affects the metabolism of arachidonic acid, suppressing the production of prostaglandins. It is effective for the treatment of chronic, subacute and acute inflammatory processes. Half an hour after oral administration of the drug in the blood plasma of the animal, the maximum concentration of ketoprofen is noted. It is completely eliminated from the body through the kidneys.

In the recommended dosage "Ketofen" for cats, the price of which starts from four hundred to six hundred rubles, does not have a sensitizing and toxic effect. Also, it does not accumulate in the animal's body.

Indications for use

This drug is prescribed for the treatment of chronic and acute diseases of the musculoskeletal system. He effectively copes with edema, trauma, dislocation, arthritis and arthrosis.

Also, "Ketofen" for cats (tablets) is prescribed for animals that have herniated discs. It is often used to stop pain and inflammatory reactions after surgical interventions.

Contraindications and side effects

The drug is not prescribed to animals suffering from peptic ulcer and kidney failure. Categorically it is contraindicated for individual intolerance of components and for hemorrhagic syndrome.

Caution is used "Ketofen" for cats, who are diagnosed with liver, kidney and heart disease. In these cases, the tablets are taken under the strict supervision of the veterinarian.

When an overdose of the drug in animals there is abundant salivation and vomiting. In some cases, irritation of the gastric mucosa may occur. Usually these symptoms completely disappear after a few days after the termination of the use of Ketofen. When there are signs of gastric bleeding, the animal should be shown to the vet as soon as possible.

Dosing and Administration

"Ketofen" for cats is used orally. It is given once a day with food. Dosage is determined individually in each case. It is selected taking into account the weight of the pet. So, for each kilogram of body weight of the animal give one milligram of the active substance.

The duration of the course of treatment is determined by the veterinarian. In most cases, it does not exceed three or five days. If you miss one dose, you must resume taking the drug.

As for compatibility with other medicines, "Ketofen" for cats is not used simultaneously with anticoagulants and diuretics. Also it is not used together with other anti-inflammatory non-steroid drugs.

Precautionary measures

When using the drug, one should not neglect the rules of personal hygiene and the safety techniques provided for working with veterinary medicinal products.

Keep Ketofen in a place inaccessible to children. After working with this product, you should wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. People with high sensitivity to the components of this drug should avoid direct contact with the medication. If Ketofen accidentally gets inside the human body or if an allergic reaction occurs, you should go to the nearest medical facility. When applying for medical care with you it is desirable to have a label from "Ketofen" or instruction on its use.

Factory carton boxes and blisters in which the preparation was packaged can be disposed of together with household waste. Beforehand, they must be wrapped in a plastic bag.