Cosacthen vet.
Active substance
ATC code
Species
Dogs.
Indications
For the evaluation of adrenocortical function in dogs.
Dose to be administered and administration route
Intravenous or intramuscular use.
Administer 5 µg/kg (0.02 ml/kg) by intravenous or intramuscular injection, with the purpose of performing the ACTH stimulation test. Take the first blood sample immediately prior to administering the veterinary medicinal product, and take the second blood sample between 60 and 90 minutes after administration of the veterinary medicinal product, to assess the cortisol response.
To ensure a correct dosage, body weight should be determined as accurately as possible.
Adverse reactions
Dogs:
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Common (1 to 10 animals / 100 animals treated): |
Vomiting |
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Uncommon (1 to 10 animals / 1,000 animals treated): |
Injection site bruisinga, Injection site haematomab Depression Diarrhoea Lameness Nervousness |
aAfter intramuscular administration. bAfter intravenous administration.
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian, to either the marketing authorisation holder or its local representative or the national competent authority via the national reporting system. See the package leaflet for respective contact details.
Dispensing
POM-V - Prescription Only Medicine – Veterinarian
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| Art. Nr. | 10434/4099 |
| EAN | 5701170427950 |
