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PERCORTEN®-V (desoxycorticosterone pivalate) InjectableSuspension is the only medication approved by the FDA* for the treatmentof Canine Addison’s Disease (hypoadrenocorticism).
Canine Addison’s Disease is a condition in which a dog’sadrenal glands aren’t working properly. Adrenal glands produce chemicalsand hormones that help regulate many bodily functions such asmetabolism, blood pressure and stress response. Canine Addison’s Disease can be fatal if not treated. However,with proper medical management, including PERCORTEN-V, a dog sufferingfrom Canine Addison’s Disease can have a normal life expectancy.
It has been demonstrated that PERCORTEN-V is well toleratedwith a low incidence of side effects. In a small percentage of treateddogs, depression, excessive thirst and urination, digestive, skin andcoat changes, weakness, and injection site reactions (pain, abscesses)may occur. Some of these effects may resolve with adjustments in dose orinterval of PERCORTEN-V or concomitant glucocorticoid adminstration. Donot use in pregnant dogs or in dogs that are suffering from congestiveheart disease, severe renal disease, or edema.
*NADA 141-029, Approved by FDA.
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