Acepromazine Compound

• Acepromazine is a tranquilizer or sedative used to depress the central nervous system. This drug is commonly used to alleviate...

• anxiety

• fear

• motion sickness

• Acepromazine is used frequently in pre-surgical procedures, in combination with other sedatives and anesthetics, to provide smoother sedation in surgery patients.

• Acepromazine is classified as a phenothiazine neuroleptic, which means it modifies the chemicals in the brain to change a pet's behavior.

• The exact mechanism of acepromazine is unknown, but it is thought to block the receptors of dopamine in the brain.

• Dopamine is a chemical messenger that controls movement, emotional response, and the ability to experience pain.

• Acepromazine is available by prescription only.

• Acepromazine is a very effective sedative.

• When administered properly, acepromazine can control overly excited animals.

• Acepromazine Compound is available as...

• A capsule

• A transdermal gel

• Acepromazine should not be used in animals with known allergies to this drug.

• Use acepromazine with caution in animals with...

• Heart disease

• Seizure disorders

• Liver disease

• Acepromazine is not recommended for use in Boxer breeds

• Do not use in pregnant or lactating animals

• Acepromazine can cause behavioral changes. Dogs may become aggressive or unusually nervous while taking acepromazine.

• Acepromazine may lower the body temperature of some animals.

• Acepromazine should not be used in combination with...

• Narcotics

• Barbiturates

• Propranolol

• Epinephrine

• Antacids

• Anti-diarrheal medications

• Do not use acepromazine in conjunction with flea collars or any flea medication with organophosphates.

• Acepromazine can cause increased organophosphate toxicity. If your dog has organic phosphate poisoning, which is caused by ingesting insecticides and some flea and tick medications, DO NOT administer acepromazine.

• Use acepromazine as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions on the prescription label.

• Store acepromazine at room temperature.

• If your pet is using acepromazine, allow constant access to plenty of water.

• Can be given by mouth 45 minutes prior to some surgical procedures.

• In the case of a missed dose of acepromazine, give it as soon as you remember or just wait until it is time to give the next dose. DO NOT GIVE A DOUBLE DOSE OF ACEPROMAZINE.

• In the case of an overdose of acepromazine, seek attention from your veterinarian.

• The following symptoms could be signs of an overdose...

• seizures

• unconsciousness

• low blood pressure

• disorientation

• uncoordinated movements

• slow heart rate and breathing

• excessive drowsiness

• Allergic reactions and serious side effects when using acepromazine are rare.

• In the case of an allergic reaction, contact your veterinarian. Some common signs of an allergic reaction or a serious side effect are...

• facial swelling

• breathing difficulties

• rashes or hives

• seizures

• Acepromazine should be used carefully in dogs with...

• Liver dysfunction

• Cardiac disease

• Acute hypotension

• Leukopenia

• Acepromazine can cause behavioral changes. These changes may include uncharacteristic aggression. Caution should be used.