Acemannan
También conocido como: Acemannan Immunostimulant, CarraVet
> **Veterinary Use Only:** This compound is recommended for use by veterinary professionals only. * **Investigational Nature:** Pet owners should be made aware of the 'investigational' nature of using acemannan systemically, especially for off-label viral treatments. * **Potential Reactions:** Adverse effects are possible, including pain or swelling at the injection site, lethargy, or gastrointestinal upset. Report any severe lethargy, collapse, or breathing difficulties to the veterinarian immediately.
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
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What it is used for
- Aid in treatment and management of fibrosarcoma
- Aid in treatment and management of fibrosarcoma
How it is given
Possible side effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Localized necrosis at injection sites
- Hyperactivity
- Lethargy
- Fever
- Hypotension
- Salivation (with IV bolus)
- Weakness and collapse (with IV bolus)
- Tachycardia and tachypnea (with IV bolus)
- Prolonged pain or bleeding at intralesional injection sites
- Monocyte infiltrates on peritoneal surfaces, liver, lung, and spleen (with IP injection)
- Abdominal pain, diarrhea, and vomiting (with high-dose IP injection)
Cautions & contraindications
- Patients with demonstrated past severe hypersensitivity reactions to acemannan
- > **Important Warning:** Bolus IV administration can cause severe systemic reactions including salivation, weakness, collapse, hypotension, tachycardia, and tachypnea. * **Intraperitoneal (IP) Use:** Can cause monocyte infiltrates on peritoneal surfaces and abdominal organs, potentially leading to abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea at high doses. * **Pregnancy/Nursing:** Safety has not been established in pregnant or nursing animals, though its chemical nature suggests it is unlikely to be a teratogen.
Preguntas frecuentes
What is Acemannan used for in pets?
> Veterinary Use Only: This compound is recommended for use by veterinary professionals only. • Investigational Nature: Pet owners should be made aware of the 'investigational' nature of using acemannan systemically, especially for off-label viral treatments. • Potential Reactions: Adverse effects are possible, including pain or swelling at the injection site, lethargy, or gastrointestinal upset. Report any severe lethargy, collapse, or breathing difficulties to the veterinarian immediately.
Is Acemannan safe for my pet?
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
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