The problem of urinary incontinence in dogs is usually one of the symptoms of serious diseases requiring special treatment, and sometimes surgical intervention. Nevertheless, many owners believe that such troubles are more often associated with age-related changes in the animal's body, old age or lack of discipline.
One of the many causes of urinary incontinence in a dog lies in the violation of the bladder. Because of this, muscle tissue can not hold urine, and involuntary flow of urine occurs. Usually this happens after castration or sterilization of the animal. In other words, this disease is called functional deficiency of the sphincter of the urethra, and for its treatment, it is simply necessary to take medication. Otherwise, the dog will have to wear a diaper for most of his life. To normalize the work of the bladder, the doctor prescribes a remedy that tones the relaxed muscles, which in turn helps to keep the urine inside. One of the few such drugs is Propalin for dogs. To date, this French remedy has established itself as one of the most effective in the treatment of incontinence in animals. More about this, we'll talk in our article.
Propalin for dogs - instruction
This preparation is available as a 5% suspension based on sorbitol (syrup), in a plastic vial, in a volume of 100 ml or 30 ml, complete with a syringe dispenser.
The main active ingredient of Propalin for dogs is FPA (phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride). It is actively acting on the lower part of the ureters, toning up the contraction of the urethra muscles. Since PSA is very rapidly absorbed into the blood from the digestive tract, its effect becomes noticeable after one or two hours after application. After that, the substance is excreted from the body with urine.
According to the instructions, Propalin for dogs should be given to the pet during feeding. Dosage for 1 day:
- 3 drops / 1 kg body weight of the animal - if given 2 times;
- 2 drops / 1 kg of body weight of the animal - if given 3 times.
- - 0.75 ml / 25 kg of body weight if given 2 times;
- - 0.5 ml / 25 kg of body weight if given 3 times.
For pets of fairly large breeds, weighing 25 kg and more, Propalin for dogs is prescribed in the following dosage:
After a long period of treatment, the dose of the medicine can be reduced. Increasing the dose without the need for any effect will not give, because the drug is intended for prolonged or uninterrupted use.
In the instructions for the Propalin for dogs, it is forbidden to apply suspension to dogs during pregnancy and lactation. Also, the medicine is contraindicated for pets who have a hypersensitivity to the components contained in the preparation. Therefore, before you start treatment with Propalin for dogs, you should make sure that your pet does not have allergies to FPA.
After you have opened the bottle, the syrup remains usable for 3 more months, if stored at a temperature of 15-25 ° C, in a dry, dark place, away from food. Without opening, the drug remains usable for 2 years from the date of manufacture.
After using Propalin, the remaining vial and syringe dispenser can not be used for domestic purposes, much less given to children.Despite all the qualities of this drug, today many dog breeders simply do not have the opportunity to purchase it in pharmacies for want of it. However, in this case, some dog breeders use the analogue of Propalin for dogs - Dietrin. This medicine, produced in the US, contains the same active substance - FPA, so it has the same effect as Propalin.