Product Description
DESCRIPTION:
PK 5TM Vet is a non-narcotic, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug of the 2-arylpropionic acid group. It is used as anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic drug.
COMPOSITION:
Each PK 5TM Vet Bolus contains Carprofen BP 500 mg.
MODE OF ACTION:
As with most NSAIDs, Carprofen works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase enzymes (selectively inhibiting COX-2 over COX-1) of the arachidonic acid cascade. Carprofen blocks the production of prostaglandin synthesis, shows anti-inflammatory and analgesic activity.
INDICATIONS & USAGES:
PK 5TM Vet is indicated for rapid relief of Pain, Inflammation & Fever in the following conditions-
• Bovine Respiratory Disease
• Osteoarthritis
• Mastitis
• Metritis
• Soft tissue surgical pain
• Post-operative pain • Lameness
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION:
Cattle, Buffalo:
1 bolus/ 350 kg body weight once daily 1/2 bolus/175 kg body weight once daily Or,
1.4 mg/kg body weight once daily
Horse: 0.7 mg/kg body weight once daily Dogs: 2-4 mg/kg body weight once daily Birds: 2 mg/kg body weight once daily Reptiles: 1-4 mg/kg body weight once daily
Or, as per direction of registered Veterinarian/Consultant.
