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VetOne Thyro-Tabs for Dogs, Single Tablet Description
VetOne Thyro-Tabs Canine are prescription-only replacement therapy tablets for dogs diagnosed with hypothyroidism (diminished thyroid function).
Which animals/pets is VetOne Thyro-Tabs for Dogs, Single Tablet for?
For use in dogs.
VetOne Thyro-Tabs for Dogs, Single Tablet uses
Thyro-Tabs® Canine is formulated as a replacement therapy medication. Available by prescription, these tablets are made for dogs with hypothyroidism. This condition is one that causes the thyroid to underproduce thyroid hormone. This medication balances that hormone, leading to enhanced mental health and physical condition.
What does VetOne Thyro-Tabs for Dogs, Single Tablet do?
This medication contains an ingredient called T4, or synthetic tetraiodothyronine sodium salt, an exact replica of the hormone produced naturally by a dog's thyroid gland. This ingredient makes Thyro-Tabs® Canine a beneficial replacement therapy solution for dogs diagnosed with hypothyroidism.
VetOne Thyro-Tabs for Dogs, Single Tablet side effects
Potential adverse reactions (from least to most likely to occur) include:
- High or Low Concentrations of Serum Total Thyroxine
- Collapse
- Allergic Reactions with Symptoms Such As Pruritus, Hives, Rash, and/or Facial Swelling
- Elevated Liver Enzymes (ALP, ALT, or AST), which usually resolves without veterinary intervention
- Elevated Hematocrit and Red Blood Cell Counts
- Seborrhea
- Hyperactivity
- Polyuria
- Tachypnea
- Pruritus
- Leukocytosis
- Diarrhea
- Polydipsia
- Lethargy
- Swimmer's Ear (Otitis Externa)
- Vomiting
- Dermatitis
- Anorexia
VetOne Thyro-Tabs for Dogs, Single Tablet ingredients
Levothyroxine Sodium, USP
VetOne Thyro-Tabs for Dogs, Single Tablet overdose: What to do?
If overdose occurs, the dog should be taken to a nearby animal emergency hospital.
What to know before using VetOne Thyro-Tabs for Dogs, Single Tablet
- This medication has not been studied for safe use in breeding, lactating, or pregnant dogs.
- Dogs with cardiac illness and hypothyroidism should be monitored vigilantly to ensure that the correct dosage is established. Veterinarians often find it prudent to adjust these dogs' dosages of cardiac medication or levothyroxine sodium, depending on the dog's clinical response.
- Never administer to a dog with thyrotoxicosis or uncontrolled adrenal insufficiency.
- If accidental ingestion occurs, treatment should take place immediately. Keep the product label on hand when seeking treatment.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Thoroughly wash your hands after handling.
- After excess in-utero thyroid hormone exposure, the offspring of humans and rodents have developed hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axis dysfunction and defects in the morphological thyroid gland.
How is VetOne Thyro-Tabs for Dogs, Single Tablet sold?
Sold as an individual tablet in 9 different strengths: 0.1 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.3 mg, 0.4 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.6 mg, 0.7 mg, 0.8 mg, and 1 mg.
Manufacturer
VetOne
Tips for using VetOne Thyro-Tabs for Dogs, Single Tablet
The most common signs of hypothyroidism in dogs include:
- Scaling
- Hypercholesterolemia
- Alopecia
- Weight Gain
- Bradycardia
- Seborrhea
- Lethargy
- Hyperpigmentation
Overview
- You may administer Thyro-Tabs® without or with food.
- Always administer according to your veterinarian's directions.
- The usual initial recommended dose is 0.1 mg of Thyro-Tabs® Canine for each 10 pounds of body weight. This full dosage may be given every 24 hours, or a half dose can be administered every 12 hours.
- Veterinarians should closely monitor the total thyroxine (T4) concentration of the dog and make necessary adjustments to dosage in an effort to establish an appropriate maintenance dose.
Main Ingredients
Tetraiodothyronine Sodium Salt (Levothyroxine Sodium, USP)
