Benakor dog 20mg 98 tablets | Symptomatic treatment of heart failure

Benakor Dog 20 mg are 98 divisible tablets with a flavor of benazepril hydrochloride, an ACE inhibitor for the symptomatic treatment of congestive heart failure in dogs, with or without adjunctive therapy. It inhibits ACE activity for more than 24 hours.

What is it for

It improves heart function, reduces blood pressure, and relieves the burden on the heart in dogs with congestive heart failure.

How it is used

Administer orally, once daily. The starting dose is 0,25 mg per kg of body weight and may be doubled under veterinary supervision. With Benakor 20 mg, a dog weighing 31 to 40 kg receives ½ to 1 tablet; dogs weighing 5 to 10 kg use ½ to 1 tablet of Benakor 5 mg. Keep the tablet halves in the blister pack for the next dose.

For what animals

For dogs only. May be combined with diuretics, digoxin, or pimobendan.

Composition and presentation

Benazepril hydrochloride, 20 mg per tablet, in a box of 98. The range also includes 5 mg tablets. Store below 25°C, in a dry place and in the original blister pack.

Possible Side Effects and Precautions

Initially, a temporary drop in blood pressure is common; fatigue, drowsiness, or lethargy are uncommon, and signs of hypotension such as ataxia are rare. It is not for use in patients with hypotension, hypovolemia, acute renal failure, or aortic, mitral, or pulmonic stenosis. Renal function should be monitored. Consult your veterinarian.

FAQ

What dose of Benakor does my dog ​​need?

The starting dose is 0,25 mg/kg of body weight once a day. If necessary, the veterinarian can double this dose.

¿Cuántos comprimidos de Benakor 20 mg para un perro de 31 a 40 kg?

Between half and one 20 mg tablet, depending on the manufacturer's 31 to 40 kg range, once a day.

Which dogs is the 5 mg dose for, and which ones is the 20 mg dose for?

According to the manufacturer's table, the 5 mg tablet is used for dogs weighing 5 to 10 kg, and the 20 mg tablet for dogs weighing 31 to 40 kg; half or one tablet in both cases. For other weights, the veterinarian will choose the appropriate strength.

What do I do with the halves?

Store them in the original blister pack and use them at the next dose. Keep everything below 25°C and in a dry place.

Can it be combined with other treatments?

Yes, with diuretics, digoxin, or pimobendan. Caution is advised with NSAIDs, potassium-sparing diuretics, and other antihypertensives due to the risk of hypotension or hyperkalemia.

What controls do you need?

Kidney function and creatinine levels need to be monitored, especially during prolonged treatments.