Phenylbute Paste

Phenylbute Paste Indications

For the relief of inflammatory conditions associated with the musculoskeletal system in horses.

Contraindications

Use with caution in patients who have a history of drug allergy.

Warning

Not for use in horses intended for food.

Precautions

Stop medication at the first sign of gastro-intestinal upset, jaundice, or blood dyscrasia. Authenticated cases of agranulocytosis associated with the drug have occurred in man; fatal reactions, although rare, have been reported in dogs after long-term therapy. To guard against this possibility, conduct routine blood counts at weekly intervals during the early phase of therapy and at intervals of 2 weeks thereafter. Any significant fall in the total white count, relative decrease in granulocytes, or black or tarry stools, should be regarded as a signal for immediate cessation of therapy and institution of appropriate counter measures.

In the treatment of inflammatory conditions associated with infectious, specific anti-infective therapy is required.

Phenylbute Paste Dosage And Administration

Orally - 1 to 2 g of phenylbutazone per 500 lb of body weight, but not to exceed 4 g daily. Oral cavity should be empty. Deposit paste on back of tongue by depressing plunger that has been previously set to deliver the correct dose.

Guidelines to Successful Therapy:

1. Use a relatively high dose for the first 48 hours, then reduce gradually to maintenance dose.

Maintain lowest dose capable of producing desired clinical response.

2. Response to PHENYLBUTE therapy is prompt, usually occurring within 24 hours. If no significant clinical response is evident after 5 days, re-evaluate diagnosis and therapeutic approach.

3. When administering PHENYLBUTE Paste, the oral cavity should be empty. Deposit paste on back of tongue by depressing plunger that has been previously set to deliver the correct dose.

4. Many chronic conditions will respond to PHENYLBUTE therapy, but discontinuance of treatment may result in recurrence of symptoms.

Storage: Store At 15°-30°c (59°-86°f).

How Supplied

Syringe containing 12g of phenylbutazone.

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children

Phenylbute Paste Caution

Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Manufactured by: Schering-Plough Animal Health Corp., Union, NJ 07083.

Copyright © 1998. Schering-Plough Animal Health Corp.

Phoenix™ Pharmaceutical, Inc.

Manufactured For: Clipper Distributing Company, Llc, St. Joseph, Mo 64507

Trademarks are property of Clipper Distributing Company, LLC.

All rights reserved.

Made in Ireland.

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