Slentrol Oral Solution Description
SLENTROL is indicated for the management of obesity in dogs. SLENTROL (dirlotapide) is a solution formulated at a concentration of 5 mg/mL of dirlotapide for oral administration of dogs.
What is Slentrol Oral Solution?
Slentrol oral prescription medication for weight management in obese dogs helps reduce fat absorption in the body. It also works in the intestine to help control appetite through its effect on fat absorption.
Which animals/pets is Slentrol Oral Solution for?
Dogs
Slentrol Oral Solution uses
- Helps manage obesity
- Contains dirlotapide to control appetite
- Helps reduce the body's fat absorption
- Manage canine obesity
- Surpress apetite
- Decrease food intake
What does Slentrol Oral Solution do?
Slentrol helps reduce fat absorption in the body. It also works in the intestine to help control appetite through its effect on fat absorption.
Slentrol Oral Solution side effects
Almost 1 in 4 of dogs placed on SLENTROL therapy experienced occasional episodes of vomiting and diarrhea. In most cases these episodes lasted for one or two days. The vomiting occurred most often during the first month of treatment or within a week of a dose increase. If vomiting does occur it is recommended to continue dosing at the same dose volume, however, the time of day or method of administration (with or without food) may be changed. If vomiting is severe or lasts longer than 2 days, consult your veterinarian immediately and have your dog evaluated.
Slentrol Oral Solution ingredients
Dirlotapide
Slentrol Oral Solution overdose: What to do?
If overdose contact your vet immediately.
What to know before using Slentrol Oral Solution
Safety in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs has not been established. Caution should be taken when considering any weight loss program in growing dogs, including treatment with SLENTROL.
SLENTROL has not been evaluated in dogs less than 1 year of age.
How is Slentrol Oral Solution sold?
SLENTROL is available in 20, 50 and 150 mL bottles containing 5 mg/mL of dirlotapide in solution.
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Tips for using Slentrol Oral Solution
Obesity requires serious treatment. While exercise and diet remain important, they are not always enough. The need for a proven and dependable medication that can help veterinarians manage obesity safely and effectively has long been evident. Treatment with SLENTROL provides steady, sustained weight loss over time, during which owners can develop new and fundamentally better feeding behaviors and exercise regimens for their dogs. Because Slentrol induces weight loss and helps with weight management, your dog will be less at risk for diseases like arthritis and heart disease that are associated with obesity.
SLENTROL is an oral solution administered once daily with an easy-to-use calibrated oral dosing syringe. SLENTROL can be given directly into the dog’s mouth, on a treat, or with a small amount of food. SLENTROL is not a cure for obesity, but as part of an overall weight-management program that includes appropriate diet and exercise, the medication can help obese dogs benefit from weight loss. And that can make a difference for pets and their owners.
Slentrol may be given directly into the dog's mouth or on a small amount of food. The dose of Slentrol must be specifically calculated each month by your veterinarian based on the amount of weight the dog lost during the previous month.
The dose should not exceed a maximum daily dose of 0.2 mL/kg (0.09 mL/lb), based on the dog’s current body weight, during any part of treatment.
SLENTROL should not be used in cats, dogs receiving long-term corticosteroid therapy, or in dogs with liver disease. The most common side effect is vomiting. In addition, dogs may experience diarrhea, lethargy, or anorexia. The client should be made aware that if any of these signs persist for more than 2 days the dog should be re-evaluated. SLENTROL is not for use in humans under any circumstances.
SLENTROL (dirlotapide) is a solution formulated at a concentration of 5 mg/mL of dirlotapide for oral administration to dogs. Dirlotapide is a selective microsomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitor that blocks the assembly and release of lipoprotein particles into the bloodstream (via the lymphatic system) in dogs.1 The empirical formula is C40H33F3N4O3 and the molecular weight is 674.73. The chemical name is (S)-N-{2-[Benzyl(methyl)amino]-2-oxo-1-phenylethyl}-1-methyl-5-[4’-(trifluoromethyl)[1,1’-biphenyl]-2-carboxamido]-1H-indole-2-carboxamide.
Dog obesity is a disease which is defined by excess of body fat. This may be caused by a high in calorie diet. We may tend to over feed our dogs simply because they seem so cute asking for an extra treat however over feeding your pet may cause your dog to suffer from obesity. Obesity may cause a number of disadvantages to your pet’s health such as diabetes mellitus,hypertension, orthopedic injuries, osteoarthritis, respiratory disorders and different forms of cancer.
There are other factors that may cause your dog to be overweight. Hypothyroidism or Cushing’s syndrome among many other hormonal disorders plays a big role in overweight dogs. It is very important to know the cause of your dog’s weight gain. Fortunately there are medications to help manage and control your dog’s excess weight.
Slentrol is normally prescribed for the management of obesity. This medication helps prevent some of the fat consumed by your dog from being absorbed into the body. When your dog is consuming a lot of fat the medication sends a message to the dog’s brain making him feel full. Therefore the dog is losing weight because he is eating less.
Obesity in dogs is a serious medical condition with serious health consequences. Managing your dogs obesity can help prevent health omplications and improve your dog’s quality of life.
