Percorten-V Injectable Suspension contains Desoxycorticosterone Pivalate, an ingredient that treats canine hormonal deficiencies (primary adrenocortical insufficiency). It serves as an alternative therapy for mineralocorticoid deficits, and it is approved by the FDA to treat Addison's disease in dogs.
Key Benefits: Percorten contains Desoxycorticosterone Pivalate, which promotes sodium resorption that can cause dangerous potassium transfer from extracellular fluid to the renal tubes. This supports the excretion of potassium, which is a critical part of preventing Addison's disease (primary adrenocortical insufficiency).
Formulated For: For dogs with hormone deficiencies.
How is Medication Given? Follow your veterinarian's directions when using this product.
What Results Can I Expect? Percorten is used to treat hormone production deficits, and it most often used in dogs for Addison's disease treatment.
What Form Does Medication Come In? Injectable
Dose and Administration: Each vial contains 4 mL.
Possible Side Effects: Percorten is associated with mild adverse reactions. These might lessen with attendant glucocorticoids, interval injection, or adjusting the dose. Do not administer to dogs with edema, severe renal disease, or congestive heart disease, or dogs who are pregnant. Rarely, side effects have included: Abscesses, pain, or other injection site reactions; Weakness; Changes in coat, skin, or digestion; Excessive urination and thirst; Depression
Precautions Not proven safe for puppies under 6 months old, breeding dogs, pregnant dogs, or lactating dogs. Excessive weight gain could be a sign of fluid retention associated with sodium retention. Could cause cardiac enlargement, edema, increased volume of blood, polydipsia, or polyuria. Administer cautiously to dogs with primary hepatic failure, severe renal disease, or congestive heart disease. The efficacy of this drug could be reduced when potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone are concurrently administered. Do not inject intravenously. Dogs with Addisonian crisis (inadequate tissue perfusion), prerenal azotemia, dehydration, or severe hypovolemia should be rehydrated using saline (IV) fluid therapy prior to treatment. Do not administer to dogs with prior desoxycorticosterone pivalate hypersensitivity.
Storage Recommendations: Store in a cool and dry location.
In case of Overdose: Call your nearest animal hospital.
