What is Excel Enteric Coated Aspirin?

Excel Enteric Coated Aspirin provides temporary pain relief, making this an ideal medication for dogs with arthritis and related joint problems. This aspirin also helps to reduce inflammation and joint stiffness. Excel Enteric Coated Aspirin is not for use in cats.

For:

Dogs

Benefits:

• Coated aspirin helps to protect your dog's stomach
• Helps alleviate pain, inflammation and stiffness.
• Ideal for joint and pain issues

How it works:

The active ingredient (Aspirin) works by attaching to the cylooxygenase-2 enzymes in your dog's body. This process prevents prostaglandin from being produced and is also what signals your dog's brain that a certain part of the body is in pain.

Cautions:

This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if your dog has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems, or takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug. If your dog is pregnant or nursing, seek advice of a veterinarian before using.

More Information:

Brand Name

Various

Generic Name

Aspirin

What is this product used for:

Excel Enteric Coated Aspirin is used to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains and inflammation associated with arthritis and joint problems.

Availability:

Excel Enteric Coated Aspirin is a non-prescription (OTC) product available as 81mg tablets.

How this product should be used:

The recommended dose is 8 to 12mg per one pound of body weight (approximately 1 tablet for each 15 pounds) every 12 hours. The medication should be given within 30 minutes of your dog eating at least 1/3 of its daily amount of food.

What are the side effects:

Side effects which may occur include a severe allergic reaction which may include; hives, facial swelling, asthma (wheezing), shock. If any of these symptoms occur discontinue giving and contact your veterinarian. Other symptoms that may occur include; vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, darkening of stool color, change in behavior or a decrease/increase in water consumption . If any of these symptoms occur contact your veterinarian.

What special precautions are there:

Do not use this product in dogs allergic to it or other NSAIDs. Do not use in dogs with concurrent gastrointestinal disease or ulcers, bleeding problems, or those with liver or kidney impairment. If symptoms being treated persist more than 3 days, discontinue use and consult a veterinarian. This product is for veterinary use in dogs only, do not use in cats. Do not use in humans.

In the event of overdose:

Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room.

How should I store this product:

Store this product at room temperature. Keep out of the reach of children, pets and other animals.