The Vetmedin-CA1 (Pimobendan) Chewable Tablets for Dogs are an effective treatment option for pets showing signs of heart failure. Vetmedin-CA1 has been shown to help delay the onset of symptoms and improve pets' quality of life, allowing them to enjoy more symptom-free days. It works by reducing the work load placed on the heart, resulting in increased cardiac output. This heart medication is indicated for dogs diagnosed with stage B2 myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) and is safe for pets over the age of 6 months old. Each bottle of Vetmedin-CA1 comes with 50 beef-flavored chewable tablets.How it Works

The active ingredient in VETMEDIN®-CA1 (pimobendan) helps the heart muscle to contract and relax (pump) more effectively and it dilates blood vessels which reduces the amount of force with which the heart needs to pump blood.

Special Precautions

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. The safety of VETMEDIN® (pimobendan) Chewable Tablets has not been established in dogs with asymptomatic heart disease or in heart failure caused by etiologies other than AVVI or DCM. The safe use of VETMEDIN has not been evaluated in dogs younger than 6 months of age, dogs with congenital heart defects, dogs with diabetes mellitus or other serious metabolic diseases, dogs used for breeding, or pregnant or lactating bitches. See product insert or packaging for full safety information.

Overdose Information

Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital.

Side Effects

The most common side effects are poor appetite, lethargy, diarrhea, shortness of breath, weakness, and ataxia (lack of muscle control and coordination). If side effects occur, consult your veterinarian. The safety of VETMEDIN inodilator has not been established in puppies younger than 6 months of age, or in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs. For more information, please see full prescribing information.

Storage

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F), excursions permitted between 15° and 30°C (between 59° and 86°F).