Description
For bitches and cats: Symptomatic treatment of lactation dry-up
Directions for use
1 to 5 mg aminophylline per kg bodyweight per oral dose, taken 2 times daily, 12 hours apart, for 5 days, in accordance with the following table:
Weight |
Number of tablets per dose |
Cats and small bitches (<10kg) |
1 tablet per dose |
Medium-sized bitches (up to 30kg) |
2 tablets per dose |
Large bitches (>30kg) |
3 tablets per dose |
Precautions for use
In addition to medical treatment, it is advisable to impose a diet: a complete diet for one day, then a water diet for 48 hours, then a diet for 10 days (usual ration halved, supplemented with green vegetables).
Maternalism should not be encouraged, by stroking the udders or letting the bitch sleep with familiar objects that she considers to be puppies.
If milk secretion does not stop within ten days, or if it reappears, consult a veterinarian.
Composition
Aminophylline............................................................ 20.0 mg