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Elura (capromorelin oral solution) 20 mg/mL for Cats, 15 ml Rx
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Product Description
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) can occur at any age, but the likelihood increases as a cat ages, and between 20% to 50% of cats 15 or older have CKD. One of the most significant problems of CKD is unwanted weight loss. Elura helps with the management of weight loss in cats with CKD, improving the overall prognosis.
Who is Elura (capromorelin oral solution) 20 mg/mL for Cats, 15 ml for?
Elura is a prescription medication for cats 5 months and older who have been diagnosed with CKD.
Why use Elura (capromorelin oral solution) 20 mg/mL for Cats, 15 ml?
Weight loss is a serious effect of CKD, and Elura helps to manage that weight loss. The oral solution was designed specifically to appeal to cats. It is FDA approved and safe for daily use. It’s also approved for long-term use.
How does Elura (capromorelin oral solution) 20 mg/mL for Cats, 15 ml work?
Elura is known to make cats eat more and to affect metabolism, causing the cat to gain weight. Elura’s active ingredient, Capromorelin, mimics the hormone Ghrelin, which potentially affects the central nervous system, gastrointestinal tract, and energy homeostasis.
Manufacturer:
Elanco
Active Ingredients(s):
Capromorelin
How is Elura (capromorelin oral solution) 20 mg/mL for Cats, 15 ml sold?
20 mg/ml, 15 mL bottle
What are the side effects of Elura (capromorelin oral solution) 20 mg/mL for Cats, 15 ml?
The most commonly reported adverse effects of Elura include vomiting, lack of appetite, hypersalivation, behavior changes, and lethargy.
What special precautions are there?
Elura is for use in cats only. It should not be used in cats with hypersensitivity to Capromorelin, Elura’s active ingredient. It should not be used in cats with hypersomatotropism. Elura may increase serum glucose for hours after it is administered. For this reason, use of Elura may not be appropriate in cats with diabetes mellitus. Vets should prescribe with caution to cats with severe dehydration, cardiac disease, or hepatic dysfunction. Note that Elura has not been evaluated for use in cats under 5 months of age or in breeding, lactating, or pregnant cats.
What to do if overdose?
Contact your vet or emergency animal hospital immediately.
How can I store Elura (capromorelin oral solution) 20 mg/mL for Cats, 15 ml?
Store at a temperature of at or below 86° F (30° C).
Overview
Use as directed by your veterinarian.
Elura is administered orally at a dose of 2 mg/kg (0.9 mg/lb) or 0.1 ml/kg body weight daily.
Main Ingredients
Capromorelin