What is Temaril-P?

Temaril-P is indicated for dogs to relieve itching regardless of the cause. Its synergistic combination of antihistamine and corticosteroid may allow for lower doses of corticosteroids. Temaril-P has demonstrated relief of itching and the reduction of inflammation commonly associated with most skin disorders of dogs, such as the eczema caused by internal disorders, otitis and dermatitis (allergic, parasitic, pustular and nonspecific).

Temaril-P has been found to be effective therapy and adjunctive therapy in various cough conditions of dogs. Therefore, in addition to its antipruritic action, Temaril-P is recommended for the treatment of “kennel cough” or tracheobronchitis, bronchitis including all allergic bronchitis, and infections and coughs of nonspecific origin. Temaril-P requires a prescription from your veterinarian, and is sold per tablet.

For:

Dogs

Benefits:

• Effective therapy to relieve itching and inflammation
• Treats kennel cough
• Easy to administer
• Comes in scored tablet to break in half for smaller dogs

Cautions:

Do not use Temaril-P in animals with tuberculosis, peptic ulcer, and Cushing’s syndrome. Use with extreme caution in pregnant animals. Watch for evidence of concurrent infection. Do not give Temaril-P to your pet if the pet has a serious viral or fungal infection. Temaril-P may weaken the pet's immune response and its ability to fight infections. Tell your veterinarian if your pet has diabetes mellitus or any other medical conditions. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is being given phenytoin, Phenobarbital, diuretics, or insulin. Temaril-P should be given with food to prevent stomach upset. May cause drowsiness. Do not give to pregnant dogs.

Brand Name:

Temaril-P (Pfizer Animal Health)

Generic Name:

Trimeprazine with prednisolone (tri-mep'-rah-zeen)

What happens if I miss giving a dose:

Give the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and give the next one as directed. Do not give a double dose of the medication.

Possible side effects of Temaril-P:

If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving Temaril-P and seek emergency veterinary care; an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; swelling of the lips, tongue or face; hives). Trimeprazine can cause drowsiness, tremors and muscle weakness. Prednisolone may cause symptoms of Cushing's disease which include increased thirst, urination and hunger as well as vomiting and diarrhea.

Storage:

Store Temaril-P at room temperature away from moisture and heat.