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Semintra Oral Solution for Cats 10 mg/ml, 35 ml Rx
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Product Description
SEMINTRA® (telmisartan oral solution) is the only FDA-approved treatment that helps control your cat’s hypertension. Prescribed by your veterinarian, SEMINTRA is an easy-to-give liquid medication that’s designed to provide safe and effective long-term control of high blood pressure in cats. A convenient syringe makes it simple to choose the exact dose your cat needs. Cat high blood pressure can be difficult to treat. If left undiagnosed and unmanaged, it can target vital organs in your cat’s body, including kidneys, eyes, brain and heart. SEMINTRA offers a simple and effective solution for cat owners.
What is Semintra Oral Solution for Cats 10 mg/ml, 35 ml?
Semintra Oral Solution for Cats 10 mg/ml, 35 ml is indicated for the control of systematic hypertension in cats.
Who is Semintra Oral Solution for Cats 10 mg/ml, 35 ml for?
Cats
Why use Semintra Oral Solution for Cats 10 mg/ml, 35 ml?
The only FDA-approved medication to help control feline hypertension. Convenient liquid formulation, preferred by pet owners. Once daily maintenance dose after the first two weeks. Flexible dosing that can be administered in the month or on top of food. Proven safe and effective for long term use.
How does Semintra Oral Solution for Cats 10 mg/ml, 35 ml work?
ARBs feature a unique, targeted mode of action that specifically blocks the harmful vasoconstrictive effects of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS), Semintra is shown to quickly lower blood pressure within 14 days. It is shown to be effective in cats with primary and secondary hypertension and proven to be safe and effective.
Manufacturer:
Boehringer Ingelheim
Active Ingredients(s):
Telmisartan
How is Semintra Oral Solution for Cats 10 mg/ml, 35 ml sold?
10 mg/ml, 35 ml bottle
What are the side effects of Semintra Oral Solution for Cats 10 mg/ml, 35 ml?
Do not use in cats with a hypersensitivity to telmisartan. Semintra may cause inappetence and weight loss in some cats. Please call your veterinarian and refer to prescribing information.
What special precautions are there?
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: SEMINTRA is for use in cats only. SEMINTRA is not for human use. Keep out of reach of children. If SEMINTRA is accidentally ingested, contact a physician. Pregnant women should avoid contact with SEMINTRA because other similar drugs have been found to harm the unborn baby during pregnancy. The most common side effects reported in field studies include vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, dehydration, poor appetite, and weight loss. If side effects should occur, pet owners should contact their veterinarian. The safe use of SEMINTRA has not been evaluated in cats less than 9 months of age or cats that are pregnant, lactating, or intended for breeding.
What to do if overdose?
Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital.
How can I store Semintra Oral Solution for Cats 10 mg/ml, 35 ml?
Store at or below 25* C (77*F) with excursions permitted up to 40*C (104*F). Once the bottle is opened use the contents within six months.
Overview
Use as directed by your Veterinarian.
The initial dose of SEMINTRA is 1.5 mg/kg (0.68 mg/lb) orally twice daily for 14 days, followed by 2 mg/kg (0.91 mg/lb) orally once daily. The dose may be reduced by 0.5 mg/kg (0.23 mg/lb) increments to a minimum of 0.5 mg/kg (0.23 mg/lb) orally once daily to manage SEMINTRA-induced hypotension. SEMINTRA can be administered directly into the mouth, or next to or on top of a small amount of food. Do not mix into food. SEMINTRA should be administered using the dosing syringe provided in the package. The dosing syringe fits onto the bottle and has 0.1 mL incremental marks. The dose should be rounded to the nearest 0.1 mL. After administration close the bottle tightly with the cap. Rinse the dosing syringe with water and let air dry. If the cat vomits within 30 minutes of dosing, the cat may be re-dosed.
Main Ingredients
Telmisartan