Target species
Dogs.
4.2 Indications for use, specifying the target species
Treatment of urinary incontinence associated with urethral sphincter incompetence in the bitch.
Efficacy has only been demonstrated in ovariohysterectomised bitches.
4.3 Contraindications
The use of Propalin is not appropriate for the treatment of behavioural causes of inappropriate urination. Do not administer to patients treated with non-selective monoamine oxidase inhibitors.
Do not use in case of known hypersensitivity to active substance or to any of the excipients.
4.4 Special warnings for each target species
None.
4.5 Special precautions for use
Special precautions for use in animals
Phenylpropanolamine, a sympathomimetic drug, may affect the cardiovascular system, especially blood pressure and heart rate, and should be used with caution in animals with cardiovascular diseases.
Care should be exercised in treating animals with severe renal or hepatic insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, hyperadrenocorticism, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism or other metabolic disorders.
In bitches less than 1 year old the possibility of anatomical disorders contributing to incontinence should be considered prior to treatment.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals
Phenylpropanolamine Hydrochloride is toxic when overdoses are ingested. Adverse effects may include dizziness, headache, nausea, insomnia or restlessness, and increased blood pressure. High overdose may be fatal, especially in children.
To avoid accidental ingestion, the product must be used and kept out of reach of children. Always replace the cap secure after use.
In the event of accidental ingestion, seek immediate medical attention showing the physician the package insert.
In the event of accidental skin contact, wash the contaminated area with soap and water. Wash hands after use of the product.
In the event of accidental eye contact, rinse the eye with clean water for about 15 minutes and seek medical advice.
4.6 Adverse reactions (frequency and seriousness)
In the course of field clinical trials, loose stools, liquid diarrhoea, decrease in appetite, arrhythmia and collapse were reported in some dogs. Treatment was continued depending on the severity of the undesirable effect observed.
Sympathomimetics may produce a wide range of effects, most of which mimic the results of excessive stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system (e.g. effects on heart rate and blood pressure).
Dizziness and restlessness were also occasionally reported. Hypersensitivity may occur in very rare cases
4.7 Use during pregnancy, lactation or lay
Do not administer to pregnant or lactating bitches.
4.8 Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction
Care should be exercised in administering Propalin Syrup with other sympathomimetic drugs, anticholinergic drugs, tricyclic antidepressants or specific type B monoamine oxidase inhibitors.
