PRODUCT OVERVIEW

WHAT IS CANIBEDAN (PIMOBENDAN)?
Canibedan (Pimobendan) is a veterinary heart medication used primarily in dogs to help manage certain types of heart disease, including congestive heart failure associated with myxomatous mitral valve disease and dilated cardiomyopathy.
FOR:
Dogs

HOW DOES CANIBEDAN (PIMOBENDAN) WORK?

BENEFITS:

•Helps improve the heart’s ability to pump blood

•Helps reduce the workload on the heart by promoting blood vessel dilation

•Used in the management of certain types of congestive heart failure and heart disease

•Easy to administer orally when given as directed by a veterinarian

SIDE EFFECTS:
Side effects of pimobendan may include decreased appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, weakness, or an increased heart rate. Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences unusual, severe, or persistent side effects.

INSTRUCTIONS

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:
Give Canibedan (Pimobendan) exactly as prescribed by your veterinarian. Pimobendan is generally administered orally approximately 1 hour before feeding. Do not change the prescribed dose or frequency without consulting your veterinarian. If a dose is missed, give it when remembered unless it is close to the time of the next scheduled dose. Do not give two doses at once.
DIRECTIONS:
Use As Directed By Veterinarian

DOSAGE

DOGS:
•All Weights: Dosage is determined by your veterinarian based on your dog’s body weight, medical condition, and response to treatment. Give the prescribed dose approximately 1 hour before feeding.

CATS:
•All Weights: Use only as directed by a veterinarian. Pimobendan use in cats should be based on an individualized dosing regimen determined by the veterinarian.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

QUESTIONS:

1. What is the most important thing I should know about Canibedan (Pimobendan)?

2. How does Pimobendan work?

3. How should Canibedan be given?

4. What should I be cautious of with this product?

5. What are the ingredients in Canibedan?

ANSWERS:

1. Canibedan (Pimobendan) is a veterinary medication primarily used in dogs to help manage certain types of heart disease, including congestive heart failure associated with myxomatous mitral valve disease and dilated cardiomyopathy.

2. Pimobendan helps the heart contract more effectively while also causing blood vessels to relax. This can improve blood flow and reduce the workload placed on the heart.

3. Give Canibedan exactly as prescribed by your veterinarian. Pimobendan is generally given orally approximately 1 hour before feeding. Follow the veterinarian’s prescribed dose and schedule carefully.

4. Do not change the dose or discontinue treatment without consulting your veterinarian. Possible side effects may include decreased appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, weakness, or an increased heart rate. Contact your veterinarian if severe or persistent reactions occur.

5. The active ingredient in Canibedan is Pimobendan. Inactive ingredients may vary depending on the strength and formulation of the product. Refer to the product label or packaging for the complete list of ingredients.