Percorten-V (desoxycorticosterone pivalate) Injectable Suspension for Dogs - 25 mg/mL - 4mL Bottle

Description: Percorten®–V Injectable Suspension is effective in replacing the mineralocorticoid deficit in dogs suffering from primary hypoadrenocorticism (Canine Addison's Disease).

Product: Percorten®–V Injectable Suspension

For: Dogs

Generic Name: Desoxycorticosterone pivalate

Brand Names: Percorten®–V, Zycortal®

Drug Class: Mineralocorticoid

Manufacturer: Elanco

Product Description & Form: Percorten®–V 25 mg⁄ml Injectable Suspension 4 ml: white aqueous suspension. (NDC 58198–5667–00)Percorten®–V 25 mg⁄ml Injectable Suspension 4 ml

Benefits:

First FDA approved treatment for canine Addison's disease

Mineralocorticoid used to treat conditions in which the body does not produce enough of its own steroids

Helps prevent electrolyte disturbances, shock, and build up of toxic substances in the blood in animals with hypoadrenocorticism

Increases the rate of absorption of sodium and water by the kidneys which helps maintain blood pressure