Cardiológicos

CARDIAL B

ADMINISTRATION ORAL

description

Mixed vasodilator and cardiac protector in tablets for oral administration.

presentation

Cases containing 2 blisters with 10 tablets each .

action

Benazepril, an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor and mixed vasodilator, associated with spironolactone as cardiac protector to the effects of aldosterone.

indications

Heart failure in dogs due to valve insufficiency or dilated cardiomyopathy .

formula

Each tablet contains:
Benazepril base (as hydrochloride) 2.5 mg/5 mg/10 mg depending on dosage form.
Spironolactone 10 mg /20 mg/40 mg depending on dosage form Excipients q.s.

dosage and administration

1 tablet every 5 kg, 10 kg or 20 kg of body weight depending on the dosage form every 24 h .

contraindications

Serious renal failure and systemic arterial hypotension. It should not be used in association with potassium sparing diuretics due to the risk of causing hyperkalemia. Pregnant and lactating bitches.

collateral damage

Anorexia, vomiting, drowsiness, lethargy, lack of coordination, hypotension, azotemia. Reversible prostatic atrophy is frequently seen in non-neutered males.

restrictions on use

Spironolactone has an antiandrogenic effect, so its administration is not recommended in growing dogs.

Caution

Monitor renal function before and during treatment.