Description
Felimazole® Coated Tablets (Methimazole/Thiamazole)
Methimazole is a thioureylene antithyroid drug, which inhibits the synthesis of thyroid hormones.
For the treatment of hyperthyroidism in cats.
Dosage:
The starting dose of Felimazole Coated Tablets is 2.5 mg administered every 12 hours. Following 3 weeks of
treatment, the dose should be titrated to effect based on individual serum total T4 (TT4) levels and clinical
response. Dose adjustments should be made in 2.5 mg increments. The maximum total dosage is 20 mg per day
divided, not to exceed 10 mg as a single administration.
Hematology, biochemistry, and TT4 should be evaluated prior to initiating treatment and monitored after
3 weeks and 6 weeks of treatment. Thereafter, bloodwork should be monitored every 3 months and the dose
adjusted as necessary. Cats receiving doses greater than 10 mg per day should be monitored more frequently.
Storage:
Store at controlled room temperature 25°C (77°F) with excursions between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) permitted.
Keep the container tightly closed in order to protect from moisture.
