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Optimmune is a prescription medicine which is used in dogs for the treatment of dry eyes in dogs. It is also reffered to Keratoconjunctivitis sicca. It is a mmunosuppressive agent which is used to treat inflammation in the eyes. This medication is used only in dogs. Optimmune is a Ointment ans each gram of Optimmune consist of 2mg of cyclosporin A as a base of corn oil/lanolin base/petrolatum. This medication is used for the treatment of reducing growing film across the surface of eyes. This problem is very common in German Shepherd breeds of dogs. Optimmune is also used to treat anal furunculosis (an immune skin disease affecting the surface around the anus).
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Precautionary steps before using Optimmune Ointment
1) Do not use this Ointment on dogs with hypersensitivity.
2) Avoid using this medicine on your dogs if your dog is allergic to Optimmune and cyclosporine.
3) If your dog is suffering from any type of diseases like blood disorders, stomach ulcers, fungal infections of the eyes and kidney impairment do not us Optimmune Ointment in your dogs.
4) Use this medication as suggested by the veterinarian and this medicine should be used very carefully in dogs weighting less than 4.5lbs and in age less than 6months.
How to use Optimmune Ointment on dogs?
You should use this medication as suggested by the veterinarian. Before using Optimmune Ointment remove debri with non irritating solution. This medication is use in dogs only. Apply half inch strip of this medicine on the affected area around the eyes. Take care that Optimmune Ointment should ba applies in dogs after every 12 hours. If your dog is affected by KCS and CSK than Optimmune Ointment is used for life long in your dogs. Each gram of Optimmune Ointment contains 2mg of cyclosporin A.
What is the side effects of using Optimmune Ointment in dogs?
Use of this medication in dogs having no problem of dryness around the surface of eyes can result in increased tear production. Inflammatory reaction, excessive rubbing in dogs and lid spasm are the most commonly side effects of Optimmune Ointment. During the first few days of using this medication may observe mild irritation.
Where Optimmune Ointment should be stored?
Optimmune Ointment is a prescription medicine which is used n dogs for the treatment of dryness around the surface of the eyes. You should always store this medicine at room temperature at 2 to 30 degree C. Keep this medicication in a dry place away from the heat light and moisture. If the product is not in use discard it properly. Optimmune Ointment medicine should be kept away from the reach of the children.
