Tacrolimus Compounded Ophthalmic Solution
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What is Tacrolimus Compounded Ophthalmic Solution?
Tacrolimus is a medications used to treat dry eye in dogs and cats or KCS. Compounding is beneficial in instances where a specific dosage is unavailable or in different forms to make it easier to dose your pet. Tacrolimus Compounded requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
Please Note:
Custom compounds add 2-3 business days to prepare and cannot be shipped to AK, AL, CA, DC, DE, GU, HI, ID, KS, MA, ME, MI, MS, MT, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PR, SD, TX, VI, VT, WV, or WY.
Suitable for:
Dogs & Cats
Benefits:
- Treats dry eye
How does Tacrolimus Compounded Ophthalmic Solution work?
Tacrolimus treats dry eye in dogs and cats by stimulating tear production in the eye.
Cautions:
Be sure to review with your veterinarian any medications or supplements your pet may be receiving.
Storage:
Store in a cool dry place.
Tacrolimus Compounded Ophthalmic Solution Directions:
- Wash your hands after administering to your pet.
Should you miss a dose, give to your pet as soon as you remember. Do not give your pet a double dose.
Tacrolimus Compounded Ophthalmic Solution Dosage:
Weight | Dosage |
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All weights | Give exactly as prescribed by your veterinarian. |
Weight | Dosage |
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All weights | Give exactly as prescribed by your veterinarian. |
Horses | Do not use! |
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What is a Compounded Medication?
A compounded medication is the creation of a particular medication to fit the unique needs of a patient, including changing the form of the medication (e.g., from a solid pill to a liquid) for a variety reasons (e.g., to make it easier to take, to avoid a non-essential ingredient, to obtain the exact dose needed, adding favorite flavors).
If you are having difficulty giving your pet prescribed medication or need to find a discontinued medication, 1-800-PetMeds offers compounding services on select medications. We can prepare the following: (1) custom strength quantities of a medication (as capsules, liquid, chewable tablets, or transdermal (absorbed through the skin); (2) dosage forms to mask bitter or unpleasant taste (such as capsules or chewable tablets that can also be flavored); (3) dosage forms to make it easier to dose your pet such as a transdermal or liquid (that can also be flavored); and (4) discontinued products such as cisapride or DES.