Sentences with phrase «phenylpropanolamine for»

Phenylpropanolamine for dogs is a drug that is often prescribed for urinary incontinence.

Veterinarians will not prescribe phenylpropanolamine for dogs that are pregnant or lactating, unless the urinary incontinence problem is severe.

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For example, the prescription combination known as Fen - Phen was linked to heart valve problems and removed from the market in 1997, and phenylpropanolamine (PPA) was an ingredient removed from weight - loss products in 2005 due to stroke risk.

Also, the use of phenylpropanolamine, a medication removed from the human market because of increased stroke risks, is still common in dogs as treatment for urinary incontinence.

General Description: Phenylpropanolamine is used in dogs for long - term management of urinary incontinence conditions.

As with all prescribed medicines, phenylpropanolamine should only be given to the pet for which it was prescribed.

If you have any questions or concerns about phenylpropanolamine or the condition it was prescribed for, contact your veterinarian.

If a dog owner notices any of these symptoms, she should discontinue the use of phenylpropanolamine and contact her veterinarian for further assistance.