Drug Fact Sheet : Phenylpropanolamine this a prescription drug is found in branded medicines such as Proin and Propalin.
The primary use of phenylpropanolamine is the treatment of urinary incontinence of the spayed bitch which presents as involuntary leakage of urine, before use a precise diagnosis should be arrived at by a veterinary surgeon as there a number of other conditions it can be mistaken for. It’s mode of action is by increasing sphincter tone of the urethra which is the tube which carries urine from the bladder. While this is rarely utilised in small animals such as dogs it can also be used to treat nasal congestion.
.Points to watch :
1. Phenylpropanolamine may interact with certain drugs, such drugs include ephedrine, aspirin and tricyclic antidepressants amongst others.
.2. Phenylpropanolamine may cause side effects such as restlessness, personality change such as aggression, high blood pressure and lack of appetite and depression in a small percentage of animals.
.3. It’s use should be avoided or care should be taken with it’s use in dogs which have a history of diabetes, hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure or heart disease.
.Dose rates :
The usual dose rate of Phenylpropanolamine in the dog is in the range of 12.5 to 50 mg two to three times a day, depending on your dog’s weight. Some dogs need to be on this drug for life with others the disease can be controlled with relatively short courses although a complete cure may not be achievable. Once an animal is successfully maintained on this drug it is often in the owner’s best interest to adjust the dose both in terms of amount and in frequency of dosage to establish the minimum effective dose rate.
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Please note this is a concise fact sheet which is given for your interest and education only and should not be regarded as an inducement to self treat your dog. Treatment with prescription drugs is best done by your vet. Much more extensive and detailed information will be found in the appropriate professional data sheet for each drug.
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