Epiphen Tablets 60 mg (1000 pack)
We require the original prescription before we can dispense Epiphen - sadly, we cannot currently dispense against a fax or email for this product. Please note also, that all prescriptions for Epiphen are only valid for 28 days from the date of signing, and cannot be filled after this date.
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We require the original prescription before we can dispense Epiphen - sadly, we cannot currently dispense against a fax or email for this product. Please note also, that all prescriptions for Epiphen are only valid for 28 days from the date of signing, and cannot be filled after this date.
Contains phenobarbitol for the controol of epilepsy in dogs, tablets are not meant to be divided.
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Product Description
About Epiphen Tablets 60 mg (1000 pack)
We require the original prescription before we can dispense Epiphen - sadly, we cannot currently dispense against a fax or email for this product. Please note also, that all prescriptions for Epiphen are only valid for 28 days from the date of signing, and cannot be filled after this date.
Contains phenobarbitol for the controol of epilepsy in dogs, tablets are not meant to be divided.
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Directions For Use
Directions for Use
The required dosage will differ to some extent between individuals and with the nature
and severity of the disorder.
Dogs should be dosed orally, starting with a dose of 2-5mg per kg bodyweight per
day. The dose should be divided and administered twice daily.
Vm 08007/4066
February 2008
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Steady state serum concentrations are not reached until 1-2 weeks after treatment is
initiated. The full effect of the medication does not appear for two weeks and doses
should not be increased during this time.
If seizures are not being controlled, the dosage may be increased by 20% at a time,
with associated monitoring of serum phenobarbital levels. The phenobarbital serum
concentration may be checked after steady state has been achieved, and if it is less
than 15?g/ml the dose may be adjusted accordingly. If seizures recur the dose may be
raised up to a maximum serum concentration of 45?g/ml. High plasma concentrations
may be associated with hepatotoxicity. Blood samples could be taken at the same time
to allow plasma phenobarbital concentration to be determined preferably during trough
levels, shortly before the next dose of phenobarbital is due.
For accuracy of dosing, dogs under 12 kg should commence therapy with Epiphen
solution.
Tablets are not intended to be subdivided.
Active Ingredient
Epiphen Tablets 60 mg (1000 pack) ingredients
Active ingredient: 60 mg of Phenobarbital per tablet
Side Effects
Side effects of Epiphen Tablets 60 mg (1000 pack)
Phenobarbital will potentially reduce therapeutic levels of a wide range of drugs due to
its inducing effect on hepatic enzymes.
Additional Data
Epiphen Tablets 60 mg (1000 pack) specification
| Specification: | Detail: |
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| Pack Size: | 1000 pack |
| Brands: | Vetoquinol |
| Product Form: | tablet |
| External Link: |
http://www.noahcompendium.co.uk/V_AOk-toquinol_UK_Ltd/documents/S3854.html |
| Strength/Size: | 60 mg |
