Complete Up To Date Information about Immiticide Sterile Powder.
NADA Number: 141-042 | |
| Proprietary Name |
Immiticide Sterile Powder |
|---|---|
| Sponsor |
Merial Ltd. |
| Sponsor Address |
3239 Satellite Blvd. Bldg. 500 Duluth, GA 30096-4640 USA |
| Ingredients |
Melarsomine Dihydrochloride |
| Species |
Dog, not breeding animals |
| Routes of Administration |
Intramuscular |
| Dose Form |
Liquid (solution) |
| Drug Form |
Powder |
| Dispensing Status |
RX |
| Exclusivity |
No active ingredient of the drug has been previously approved. |
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Dosage Amount, Indications & Limitations |
522.1362 Melarsomine dihydrochloride for injection. Specifications: The drug consists of a vial of lyophilized powder containing 50 milligrams of melarsomine dihydrochloride which is reconstituted with the provided 2 milliliters of sterile water for injection. Conditions of use: Dogs Amount: For asymptomatic to moderate (class 1 to class 2) heartworm disease: 2.5 milligrams per kilogram of body weight (1.1 milligram per pound) twice, 24 hours apart. The series can be repeated in 4 months depending on the response to the first treatment and the condition, age, and use of the dog. For severe (class 3) heartworm disease: Single injection of 2.5 milligrams per kilogram followed approximately 1 month later, by 2.5 milligrams per kilogram administered twice, 24 hours apart. Administer only by deep intramuscular injection in the lumbar muscles (L3 - L4). Use a 23 gauge 1 inch needle for dogs less than or equal to 10 kilograms (22 pounds) and a 22 gauge 1 1/2 inch needle for dogs greater than 10 kilograms (22 pounds). Use in alternate sides with each administration. Indications: Treatment of stabilized, class 1, 2, and 3 heartworm disease (asymptomatic to mild, moderate, and severe, respectively) caused by immature (4 month-old, stage L5) to mature adult infections of Dirofilaria immitis in dogs. Limitations: The drug is contraindicated in dogs with class 4 (very severe) heartworm disease (Caval Syndrome). Not for use in breeding animals and lactating or pregnant bitches. |