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Animax
Also Known as Panalog
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Product Details
Description
Animax (neomycin sulfate, thiostrepton, triamcinolone acetonide) Ointment is used by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian to treat:
- acute and chronic ear infections in cats and dogs
- Interdigital cysts in cats and dogs
- Anal gland infections in dogs
- Dermatologic conditions in cats and dogs
Fact Table
Formula
C23H46N6O13 (Neomycin), C72H85N19O18S5 (Thiostrepton), C24H31FO6 (Triamcinolone acetonide)
License
US DailyMed
Bioavailability
None
Legal status
OTC
Chemical Name
Nystatin-Neomycin Sulfate-Thiostrepton-Triamcinolone Acetonide Ointment USP
Elimination half-life
half-life 2 to 3 hours
Dosage (Strength)
Ointment
Pregnancy
Consult Doctor
Brands
Animax
Protein binding
Not Available
PubChem CID
6436 (Triamcinolone acetonide)
MedlinePlus
a601124 (Triamcinolone acetonide)
ChEBI
71418 (Triamcinolone acetonide)
ATC code
A01AC01 (Triamcinolone acetonide)
DrugBank
DBSALT000860 (Triamcinolone acetonide)
KEGG
D00983
Routes of administration
Ointment
Directions
Animax ointment is available in 7.5 mL, 15 mL, and 30 mL tubes and 240 mL bottles.
Your pet's frequency of administration will depend on how severe the condition is. Follow the instructions that come with your pet's Animax prescription. If you have any questions or concerns about your pet's prescription, talk to your veterinarian or pharmacist.
Wash your hands thoroughly before and after administering Animax Ointment. Use gloves during administration. Keep the medication away from pets and children.
Dosing for ear infections:
Examine and remove any earwax, grass awns, ticks, or other foreign materials from your pet's ear canal. Place three to five drops of Animax Ointment into the ear.
Dosing for infected anal glands and cystic areas:
Once the gland or cyst has been drained, fill the areas with Animax Ointment.
Dosing for other dermatologic conditions:
Clean the affected area(s) well. Apply a thin layer of Animax Ointment.
Ingredients
The active ingredients contained in Animax Ointment are neomycin sulfate, thiostrepton, triamcinolone acetonide.
Cautions
- Before your cat or dog begins treatment with Animax Ointment, be sure to discuss the following with your veterinarian:
- Any medications or supplements that you are administering to your pet
- Your pet's allergies
- Your pet's health problems
- If your pet is pregnant or if there are any plans that your pet will become pregnant
- If your pet is nursing
- Before you place Animax Ointment into your pet's ear, inspect the ear canal well to be sure that the tympanic membrane is not damaged. This will help prevent damage to the cochlea or vestibular apparatus as well as prevent a middle ear infection from developing.
Side Effects
Animax Ointment may cause side effects including elevated SAP and SGPT enzymes, diarrhea, vomiting, large volumes of urine, thirst, Cushing's syndrome, and temporary hearing loss. Contact your veterinarian right away if your pet develops worrisome or persistent side effects.
Reference:
Animax Ointment Package Insert. Overland Park, KS: Dechra Veterinary Products.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 9669
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