Do not give this medication within 2 hours of treatment with an antacid
medication. Wait 2 hours after administering Ketoconazole before treating
with an antacid.
The usual recommend dose is 10 mg/kg twice daily for dogs and 10 mg/kg
once or twice daily for cats; however, your pet's dose depends on many
factors, including the condition being treated and your animal's individual
response to the medication.
Complete the entire prescription unless instructed otherwise by your
veterinarian.
Directions:
- Give this medication with food.
- Hand-feed the prescribed number of tablets to your cat or dog.
- Offer plenty of water to your pet.
- Wait at least 2 hours before giving an antacid medication.
Frequency of Use:
In some cases, it may take weeks for improvement in symptoms to occur.
Continue to give your pet Ketoconazole as prescribed. Symptoms may begin
to improve after 1 to 2 weeks of continued use.
Storage:
Store Ketoconazole in a tightly sealed container, out of reach of
children and animals. Keep at room temperature.
It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product
in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
Ketoconazole is a broad-spectrum, synthetic antifungal medication
belonging to the imidazole family of drugs. It treats fungal infections
by inhibiting ergosterol synthesis, which prevents fungal cells from
maintaining plasma membrane integrity. This causes the cell wall to
rupture.
Ketoconazole treats Cushing's disease by blocking the formation of
cortisol in the adrenal glands.
Warnings:
Keep this product out of reach of children and
animals. Do not use or store in or near open flame or heat.
Ketoconazole is intended for use in dogs. Do not
use in other animals unless specifically prescribed for that purpose
by your veterinarian. Do not use in humans. Although this medication
is sometimes used in cats, it may be toxic.
CAUTION: Numerous medications and supplements can interact
with Ketoconazole. Tell your veterinarian about any medications or supplements
your pet is taking before beginning therapy with this medication.
Do not give this medication to pregnant or nursing
pets.
Do not give Ketoconazole to pets taking astemizole,
triazolam, or cisapride. Doing so can cause serious and potentially
fatal side effects.
Rarely, this medication can cause severe liver
damage. Symptoms of liver damage may include nausea, vomiting, fatigue,
abdominal pain, reduced appetite, itching, dark urine, and yellow eyes.
Contact your veterinarian immediately if these symptoms develop in your
pet.
Symptoms of overdose include headache, nausea,
vomiting, dizziness, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Seek immediate veterinary
attention for a known or suspected overdose.