Description

Rubenal 75, 300 mg Tablets

Brand Name: Rubenal 75 300

Manufactured by: Vetoquinol

Dosage Form: Tablet

Presentation: 

Box of 60 tablets

Ingredients & Composition:

Extract of Rheum officinale 16%, vegetable oil 6%, yeast Analysis: fibre: 26.65% fat: 18.3% ash: 10.5% proteins: 5.7% moisture: 3.7% phosphorus: 42 mg calcium: <0.2 mg potassium: 7.2 mg sodium: 46.4 mg

Rubenal contains Rhubarb extract (Rheum officinale root extracts) which has two active ingredients.
•Rhein – inhibits TGF-beta 1 induced plasminogen activator inhibitor (PAI-1)
•Emodin – Inhibits the growth of renal mesangial and tubular cells

Analysis

Fibre: 26.65%
Fat: 18.3%
Ash: 10.5%
Proteins: 5.7%
Moisture: 3.7%
Phosphorus: 42 mg
Calcium: <0.2 mg
Potassium: 7.2 mg
Sodium: 46.4 mg

Description / Action: 

Rubenal 300, 75 tablets are a new aid to maintaining normal kidney structure by maintaining the normal fibrous architecture of the kidneys in Pets. It is a nutritional feed supplement. Rubenal is Antifibrotic in Chronic Kidney Disease.

Rubenal tablets should be given as supportive in Chronic Kidney Disease & Renal failure. It should be started from stage II of IRIS (International Renal Interest Society) guidelines Or When serum creatinine level goes beyond 1.4 mg/dl in dogs & 1.6 mg/dl in cats. It slows progression of end stage renal disease.

Class: Kidney Supplement (Antifibrotic)

Indication / Usage:

Rubenal is indicated as supportive in
•Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) &
•Renal failure
•Comprehensive approach to manage CKD
•Anti-fibrotic in CKD
•Stops further progression of kidney damage.
•Stops fibrosis and keeps the kidney optimally functional
•Improves life expectancy in CKD in dogs and cats

Features

•Highly palatable tablets
•Can be given with other therapies
•Proven efficacy

Species:

For oral use in dogs and cats.

Dosage/ Administration / Feeding Directions:

By oral route only

Rubenal 300 mg tablets

Body weight of Dog    Tablet Twice a Day

     8-12 kg                                        1/2
13-25 kg                                        1
26-45 kg                                       2
> 45 kg                                         3

Cat: 25mg/kg Body weight

Rubenal 75 mg Tablets

Cat over 2 kg                         1
Dog less than 3 kg                 1/2
Dog 3-6 kg                             1
Dog 6-11 kg                           2

Scored oblong tablets makes dosing easy. Can be crushed and mixed with food.

Overdosage / Side effects / Contraindications /Warnings:

In case of accidental overdosing contact your vet. Always consult with before starting supplementation. Animal should have access to fresh drinking water.

Pharmaceutical precautions / Instructions: 

Store in a cool and dry place/ at room temperature. Protect from moisture. Read the product label carefully for more information.

Safety: Age / Pregnancy/ Withdrawal:

Rubenal is suitable for all breeds of dogs and cats. It can be used with renal diets, Epakitin and Azodyl. Safe use in pregnant bitches and cats or breeding dogs/cats has not been proven. Always follow the recommendations of your vet.

Habit forming:  

No. But pets suffering from CKD may need lifelong renal supplements.

Substitute: CK Reno Capsules

Also see – UTKID Syrup, Renal Essential Vetri Science, Ipakitine, Vetricare Renal Syrup (Lanthanum Carbonate), Nephro K9 Powder, Phosclear Powder, Pronefra Palatable Oral Suspension, Azodyl Capsules