Pimobendan/ Sotalol Compound

• Pimobendan/ Sotalol Compound is available by prescription only.

• Sotalol is a beta blocker used to treat...

• ventricular tachycardias

• Pimobendan is a phosphodiesterase III inhibitor with calcium sensitizing properties.

• Pimobendan acts as a vasodilator and a cardiac muscle stimulator.
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• Phosphodiesterase inhibitors cause the blood vessels to relax and force the heart to beat more efficiently.

• Pimobendan improves the quality of life in dogs suffering from...
  

• congestive heart failure (CHF)

• dilated cardiomyopathy, or an enlarged, weakened heart

• Sotalol works by inhibiting calcium channels to regulate heartbeat.

• Pimobendan/ Sotalol Compound is available in...

• an oral suspension

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Use with caution if your pet is pregnant or nursing.

• Do not use in dogs with...

hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, or a thickened heart


aortic stenosis, or narrowing of the aortic valve


any other heart condition causing an increase in cardiac output

• Use with caution in pets who also suffer from...

• asthma

• diabetes

• heart block

• hyperthyroidism

• kidney disease

• sinus bradycardia

• uncontrolled congestive heart failure

• Pimobendan/ Sotalol Compound may interact with some other medications and substances. Inform your veterinarian of any and all medications your pet may be taking, and use sotalol with caution, especially when used concurrently with...

• aloe

• anesthesia

• calcium channel blockers

• furosemide

• insulin

• verapamil

• theophylline

• pentoxiphylline

• propranolol

• Store pimobendan/ sotalol compound at room temperature.

• Shake oral suspensions before use.

• Use as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions printed on the prescription label.

• Store tablets at room temperature protected from light.

• Sotalol should be given without food.

• Shake oral suspensions before use.

• Doses that are too high could cause your pet's condition to worsen. If you notice any of the following side effects, contact your veterinarian immediately:

• Labored breathing

• Lethargy or depression

• Loss of appetite

• Some common signs of an allergic reaction or more serious side effect are...

• facial swelling

• breathing difficulties

• fainting

• scratching

• fever

• coma

• shock

• fluid in the lungs or abdomen

• coughing