Slentrol is designed to control appetite and reduce
fat absorption in dogs to induce weight loss and then maintain a healthy
weight. Obesity puts your dog at risk for numerous health problems,
including arthritis and heart disease; Slentrol reduces the risk of
developing these problems.
Benefits of Slentrol:
- Helps reduce obesity in dogs
- Controls appetite
- Reduces fat absorption by the body
- Minimizes the risk of heart disease, diabetes, arthritis,
and other weight-related health conditions
- Readily accepted by most dogs; can be added to food
or fed directly
- Side effects are usually mild and temporary
Use this medication only as directed by your veterinarian.
Slentrol should be used in conjunction with proper
diet and adequate exercise.
Your dog's dose should not exceed the maximum daily
dose of 0.09 mL/lb.
Directions:
- Remove the bottle cap and insert the dosing syringe
through the membrane and into the bottle.
- Invert the bottle and then slowly withdraw the correct
amount using the graduation marks located on the side of the syringe.
- Administer the dose to your dog. The standard initial
dose is 0.0045 mL/lb., given once daily. After 14 days, the dose doubles
and is given once daily for another 14 days.
- Give Slentrol directly or add it to a small plate
of food.
- Recalculate your dog's dose monthly to account for
changes in weight during treatment.
- Clean the syringe after each use by wiping with a
dry or disposable towel. Do not use water; do not introduce water into
the syringe.
Frequency of Use:
Slentrol is not intended for long-term weight control.
Once the ideal weight is achieved, Slentrol can be continued for an
additional 3 months to maintain weight loss.
Storage:
Store Slentrol in the original container, out of
reach of pets and children, between 59 and 86 degrees F.
It is a violation of Federal
Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
Slentrol works in two ways: it contains dirlotapide
to control appetite and it reduces fat absorption inside the body. Use
of Slentrol results in reduced appetite and weight loss, which in turn
lowers your dog's risk of obesity-related health complications.
Warnings:
Keep Slentrol out of reach of children and animals.
Do not use or store in or near open flame or heat.
Slentrol is intended for use in dogs only. Not for
use in cats or other animals. Not for human use.
CAUTION: Side effects associated with
Slentrol use include temporary diarrhea and vomiting. Reduced appetite
is an expected and desirable side effect. Sometimes, lethargy, constipation,
dehydration and incoordination may occur.
It is not known if this medication is safe for use
in pregnant or lactating animals. Use with caution.
Do not use in dogs with endocrine disease, liver
disease, or in those on long-term corticosteroid therapy.
Inform your doctor about any medications or supplements
your dog is taking before beginning therapy with Slentrol. Do not use
this medication with corticosteroids.
Do not use this medication in animals with a known
allergy to it or to similar medications.