Clemastine is a long-lasting antihistamine used to treat the symptoms of allergies in pets. Clemastine can give relief from symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis or other upper respiratory allergies.
Use Clemastine for relief of symptoms such as sneezing, congestion, watery eyes, hives, itching, rhinorrhea, pruritus, and lacrimation.
Manufacturer:
Novartis
Prescription Product:
No
Active Ingredients:
Clemastine
Antihistimines such as Clemastine Fumarate are are most commonly used for acute inflammatory and allergic conditions such as snake bites, vaccination reactions, blood transfusion reactions, bee stings, and insect bites.
Clemastine is a selective histamine H1 antagonist that binds to the histamine H1 receptor, and blocks
histamine, allowing for temporary relief of allergy symptoms.
Directions For Use:
Clemastine is administered orally
The usual dose for dogs is a half or one tablet every 12 hours
The usual dose for cats is a half a tablet every 12 hours
Clemastine is not FDA-approved for use in animals; however, it is a commonly accepted practice for
veterinarians to use this medication in dogs and cats.
Precautionary Statements:
This medication should not be used in animals allergic to it. Use with caution in animals with prostate or bladder conditions, severe cardiac failure, or glaucoma. Use with caution when given with sedatives or tranquilizers. Use with caution when given to pregnant or nursing animals.
Side effects of Clemastine vary with cats and dogs. In dogs it’s most commonly sedation, hyperactivity, and dry mouth. In cats, diarrhea is most common. Use with caution when given with sedatives or tranquilizers.
In the event of an overdose contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room. Symptoms of overdose may include dry mouth, blurred vision, rapid heart rate, urinary retention, fever, and possibly hypotension.
Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children
This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian.
This information is not to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.