EluraElura Capromorelin Oral Solution for Cats - 20 mg/ml, 15 ml
Description: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is common in cats, and many have already lost weight before being diagnosed with CKD. Weight loss continues to accelerate after being diagnosed and is often associated with shorter life. CKD leads to ongoing, progressive weight loss. Healthy nutrition, diet and medication to boost your cat's appetite can be critical to long-term treatment of CKD. Elura (capromorelin oral solution) is formulated to help cats with chronic kidney disease gain or maintain weight to keep them feline fabulous. Elura is a once-daily prescription that stimulates appetite and promotes weight gain in cats with chronic kidney disease. It is the only FDA-approved medication designed to manage the weight loss associated with CKD. Formulated specifically for cats, this flavored oral solution makes it easy to give to your cat daily. Weight gain from Elura is thought to be due to a combination of increased food intake and metabolic changes. Elura is approved foronce-daily use and can be used safely long-term to manage your cat's weight loss. See the difference Elura can make: In a placebo-controlled clinical study, more than 8/10 cats gained weight while taking Elura*. Elura should be administered directly into your cat's mouth, with food offered 30 minutes after dosing. It can be hard to watch cats with CKD waste away. A good appetite helps your cat stay strong and healthy. Help your cat with CKD gain weight and keep them feline fabulous. Prescription required - if your cat is losing weight due to chronic kidney disease, ask your vet if Elura is right for them. *A multi-center, placebo-controlled, randomized and masked field study including 176 cats with CKD and at least 5% unintended loss of body weight (as compared to the highest weight in the medical records for the 3 years preceding enrollment). 4/10 cats in the control group maintained or gained weight. Study period was 56 days (Day 0 âÃì Day 55). Primary endpoint was change in weight at day 55. Elura is a trademark of Elanco or its affiliates. Product: Elura™ Oral Solution For: Cats Generic Name: Capromorelin Brand Names: Elura™, Entyce Drug Class: Appetite Stimulant, Ghrelin Receptor Agonist Manufacturer: Elanco Product Description & Form: Elura™ 20 mg ml Oral Solution 15 ml: colorless to yellow or orange, clear solution. (NDC 58198 5545 01)Elura™ 20 mg ml Oral Solution 15 ml Benefits: Elura is the only FDA-approved medication indicated for the management of weight loss in cats with chronic kidney disease (CKD) Once-daily oral solution that helps cats with CKD maintain or gain weight and is safe for daily, long-term use for management of weight loss Flavored, oral solution formulated just for cats to make once-daily administration simple Elura should be administered directly into your cat's mouth, with food offered 30 minutes after dosing Prescription required - speak to your vet to determine if Elura is right for your cat Safe to use daily Dispensing system includes an oral dosing syringe with marks in 0.1 ml increments up to 1 ml Approved for long term use Once daily, flavored oral solution Specifically approved for use in cats with CKD Weight gain through a combination of increased food intake and metabolic changes Active Ingredients: Capromorelin Inactive Ingredients: Methylparaben sodium, propylparaben sodium, sodium chloride, citric acid monohydrate, sucralose, vanillin, povidone K90, glycerin, maltitol, ammonium glycyrrhizate, water Usage: Elura™ should be given orally as directed by your veterinarian. Gently shake before using. To administer Elura™: Remove the cap, insert the dosing syringe, invert the bottle, withdraw the appropriate amount of solution. Return the bottle to the upright position, remove syringe, replace the cap. Rinse the syringe and plunger with water and leave apart to dry. If the cat is routinely fed meals, offer food 30 minutes after administering the dose. If the cat vomits within 15 minutes or only receives a partial dose, then the dose may be re administered. Missed Doses: Give the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once. Side Effects: Side effects may include vomiting, hypersalivation, inappetance, behavior change and lethargy. Monitor for changes in thirst or water intake, lethargy or weakness, digestive issues (vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, decreased appetite), or behaviors. Other side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian. Drug & Food Interactions: The following drugs can potentially interact with capromorelin: amiodarone, diltiazem, cimetidine, erythromycin, ketoconazole, itraconazole, rifampin, and phenobarbital. Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together. Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving to your pet. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, even if a drug interaction may occur. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and or monitor your pet more closely. Cautions: For oral use in cats only. Do not use in cats that have a hypersensitivity to capromorelin, or in cats with hypersomatotropism (acromegaly). Elura™ may increase serum glucose for several hours after dosing; use in cats with current or historical diabetes mellitus has not been evaluated and may not be appropriate. Use with caution in cats that may have cardiac disease, severe dehydration, or hepatic dysfunction. Elura™ has not been evaluated in cats younger than 5 months of age, or in breeding, pregnant or lactating cats. Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform VetSource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; vomiting; widespread hives and itching. Adverse Reaction: If you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact the manufacturer Elanco at 888 545 5973 or contact Vetsource customer service at 877 738 4443. Storage: Store at or below 86 F in controlled room temperature. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture. Sourced directly from the manufacturer or their approved distributor. Guaranteed genuine product backed by the manufacturer. Sourced directly from the manufacturer or their approved distributor. Guaranteed genuine product backed by the manufacturer. Product Flavoring: Elura™ Oral Solution is vanilla flavored.View details
