Description

Epi-Care Syrup

Potassium Bromide For Dogs

Brand Name: Epi-Care Syrup

Manufactured by: Neo Kumfurt PH

Doses form: Oral Solution / Syrup

Presentation: 

100 ml Bottle and

300 ml Bottle

Ingredients & Composition:

Epi-Care syrup contains

Potassium Bromide
Cyanocobalamin

Extract through distillation process: Convolvulus pluricaulis, Bacopa monnieri, Rauvolfia serpentina, Withania somnifera, Mentha arvensis and Trachyspermum ammi

Approved flavours

Description / Action: 

Epi-Care doesn’t work its way through the liver, making it a better choice for young dogs that need medicine for life. Absorption, distribution, and speed of metabolism can vary among dogs; published dose recommendation only serves as a general guide. Most new patients are started at the lower end of the dose range; however, patients with frequent or severe seizures are often best managed by starting at the higher side of the dose range or by using a loading dose. Unless you give a loading dose, it can take up to three or four months before it really begins work.

Class: Anti-epileptics

Indication / Uses:

Epi-Care is indicated in dogs for

• Management of seizures in dogs which may be caused by Eating poison, liver disease, low or high blood sugar, kidney disease, electrolyte problems, anemia, head injury, encephalitis, strokes, brain cancer
• Symptoms which can be addressed like – collapsing, jerking, stiffening, muscle twitching, loss of consciousness, drooling, chomping, tongue chewing
• Type of seizures can be – Grand mal seizure, focal seizure, psychomotor seizure, seizures from unknown causes are called idiopathic epilepsy.

Dosage and administration:

Epi-care can be given in dogs according to the following doses

Loading dose: 1.5 ml/kg/day for first 5 days

Maintenance dose: 1 ml/3kg/day

Divide total dose in two-three equal parts and give at sufficient or maximum possible interval in a day.

Route: Oral administration only, Can be mixed/given with the food

Species: Anti-epileptic drug for oral use in dogs only

Duration: Dogs suffering from seizures or epilepsy like issues may need lifelong therapy.

Over-dosage / Side effects / Contraindications /Warnings:

In the case of overdose seek veterinarian’s advice immediately.

Common side effects due to administration of Epi-care like sedation, ataxia ( weakness of hind limbs and loss of coordination), increased urination, rare skin disorders, stomach upset, nausea and vomiting may occur.  These can be managed and reduced by administration of the dose with food or in the divided proportions.

Never use without a veterinarian’s advice. Toxicity can occur in dogs with renal insufficiency.

Pharmaceutical precautions / Instructions: 

Store in a cool and dry place at room temperature. Not for use in humans. In case of accidental ingestion by humans immediately consult a physician.

Strictly for veterinary use. Keep reaching out of the children.

Safety: Age / Pregnancy/ Withdrawal:

Safety for the use in breeding and pregnant animals has not been stated. Age-related instructions have not been mentioned by the manufacturer.

Always follow the recommendations. Withdrawal without consulting may result in the relapsing of the seizures. Always follow your veterinarian’s advice and other medications may be needed according to the severity of the seizures and condition of your pet.

Habit forming:  May need lifelong medication for effective management of seizures

Substitute: K-BroVet Oral Solution and Chewable Tablets, Vetina KBr Tablets and Suspension,

Also see Vetina Levetiracetam Tablets