CEVA Execan sugar cubes for allergies (Art. 12659)

Instructions for use

It is produced in briquettes resembling refined sugar in shape, which can be given dry or dissolved in water. But due to the sucrose content, pets can enjoy them without coercion. If the cat is still stubborn, you can crush a sugar cube and add it to the food or dilute it in water and pour it into the mouth through a syringe.

As a rule, the medication is prescribed for eczema and inflammatory skin lesions of allergic etiology in acute or chronic form, unless they are caused by bacteria or fungi.

The medication can only be used as prescribed by a specialist after an examination and tests.

However, like any medicine, it has its contraindications, including: hypersensitivity to components, diabetes mellitus, gestation period, infectious diseases.

During therapeutic measures, side effects may be observed in the form of a gag reflex, increased appetite and thirst, the development of gastrointestinal ulcers, convulsions, swelling, increased blood pressure, frequent urge to urinate, and the appearance of bald spots.

INSTRUCTIONS

on the use of the drug Eczekan for the treatment of acute and chronic non-contagious inflammatory skin diseases of an allergic nature

COMPOSITION AND FORM OF RELEASE

Dexamethasone 1 mg; Nicotinamide (vitamin PP) 10 mg; Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6) 50 mg; Methionine 300 mg; Filler up to 8 g.

Exekan is a white sugar cube, weighing 8 g, soluble in water. Available in blisters containing 8 sugar cubes each, packed in a cardboard box of two blisters.

PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES

The active ingredient of the drug, dexamethasone, is a synthetic glucocorticoid with anti-inflammatory activity. It stabilizes the permeability of cell membranes and prevents the production of inflammatory mediators. Due to the peculiarity of its chemical structure, dexamethasone has much greater anti-inflammatory activity than natural glucocorticoids. Dexamethasone is easily absorbed from the intestine, distributed into tissues (often in the form of a complex with plasma proteins), and excreted in the urine. The vitamin components of the drug, nicotinamide (vitamin PP) and pyridoxine (vitamin B6), play an important role in cellular redox reactions and participate in the processes of transamination and decarboxylation of amino acids. Pyridoxine is also a coenzyme in the biochemical reactions of nervous tissue. Vitamins are easily absorbed in the small intestine and transported into cells.

The fourth component of the drug, methionine, is a vital amino acid that is involved in various biochemical reactions and is metabolized in the body in the form of numerous derivatives. Methionine is especially necessary for liver cells and for the synthesis of keratin.

INDICATIONS

Treatment of acute and chronic dermatitis and eczema of allergic origin, accompanied by itching and scratching.

DOSES AND METHOD OF APPLICATION

Exekan is prescribed orally, fed from the owner’s hand, or forcibly mixed with food or drinking water for the first 4 days in daily doses:

Cats and dwarf dogs (1-5 kg): 0.5 cubes per day.

Small dogs (5-15 kg): 1 cube per day.

Medium dogs (15-30 kg): 1.5 cubes per day.

Large dogs (30 kg and above): 2 cubes per day.

For the next 8 days, the drug is prescribed at 1/2 of the initial dose.

SIDE EFFECTS

In rare cases, vomiting may occur in drug-sensitive animals.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Do not use in pregnant animals. Do not use for acute viral diseases. Do not use if you have diabetes.

STORAGE CONDITIONS

At temperatures from 10°C to 25°C in a dry place protected from light. The shelf life of the drug is 3 years from the date of release.

Dosage of the drug

During therapy, it is important to follow the regimen and dose prescribed by your veterinarian.

It is imperative to adhere to the treatment regimen: once every 24 hours. It is prescribed for 12 days, with one dosage in the first four days and a different dosage in the next eight. Upon completion of the course, stop taking it, even if the result is negative.

You should not miss the next dose. If, however, an appointment was missed, then treatment continues according to the regimen. You should not give double the norm to your pet.

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Indications for use

Execan is used to treat acute and chronic allergic dermatitis and eczema. Before use, it is important to ensure that the disease is not of infectious origin.

Flea dermatitis is one of the indications for the appointment of Execan

The causes of allergic dermatitis in cats are most often atopic dermatitis and allergies to flea bites, which are manifested by the development of:

• miliary dermatitis - when large areas appear on the cat’s body, covered with small blisters, which, opening and drying out, form crusts;
• baldness without visible signs of inflammation;

Allergic dermatitis (allergy to a collar) in a cat is manifested by baldness without signs of inflammation

How it works

It is a medication that has a powerful antiphlogistic effect and shows high effectiveness. Dexamethasone, which is included in the composition, is slowly absorbed in the intestine, so its concentration is maintained for a long time, which ensures the maximum possible effect. In addition, Exekan normalizes metabolic processes, removes toxic substances from the liver and relieves skin symptoms. Vitamins B3 and B6 are involved in the regeneration of the epidermis, and methionine removes excess adipose tissue and toxic substances from the liver.

Contraindications and side effects

Contraindications for treatment with Execan are:

• pregnancy;
• diabetes;
• presence of infectious diseases;
• hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Hypersensitivity to the ingredients of the product is manifested by vomiting.

Side effects when using Execan are due to the content of dexamethasone:

thirst and increased water consumption;

Increased thirst is one of the side effects of using Execan

In case of an overdose of Exekan, the following are observed:

• Cushing's syndrome:

• increased content of sodium ions in the blood;
• development of edema;
• decreased potassium levels;
• development of osteoporosis - decreased bone density;
• hair loss, baldness;

Drug-drug interactions

The instructions for the drug Execan do not describe drug-drug interactions, but it is noted that taking Execan does not exclude taking other medications.

Analogs

Analogues according to indications.

Table: comparisons

Execan analogue - prednisolone

How to replace Execan for cats?

It is almost impossible to replace a medicine with a similar product. Analogues of the drug are antihistamines, which do not contain hormones and cannot fully treat allergies or help restore the skin of a sick pet.

The doctor, if necessary, when for some reason Execan for cats cannot be used, prescribes antihistamines and healing ointments.

Eg:

1. Levomekol;
2. Syntomycin ointment.

Owner reviews

Elena, Saratov. For me, the process of feeding our beauty this sugar was a huge torture. She was stubborn and it was impossible to persuade her to eat the cube. I started giving it diluted in a syringe. The result became noticeable within a day. She stopped itching so terribly and became much calmer.

Valentina, Kyiv. I crushed the briquette with a knife and gave it to Bona. It smells somewhat like cat food. She chewed it, but not very willingly. After a couple of days, she began to itch less. I'm glad everything went well without any side effects.

Ivan, Togliatti. This is not the first time he has helped us. Literally on the second day our little one’s itching went away, and on the 3rd day we completely forgot that we had anything. It is easy to give, especially since its smell is attractive to animals. Mine bursts on both cheeks, does not spit and does not twist its nose.

How to use Execan correctly

Execan can be given:

• inviting the cat to voluntarily eat from the owner’s hand;
• crushing the briquette and mixing it with feed;

Execan can be mixed with food and given to your pet

Dosage regimen for Exekan in cats:

• the first 4 days of treatment in cats weighing over 1 kg - 0.5 briquettes;
• next 8 days - 0.25 briquettes.

When using Execan, you should not skip the next dose of the drug, as this will result in a loss of therapeutic effectiveness. If a missed dose occurs, you should take Execan as early as possible without changing the dose or dosage regimen.

Features of use in kittens and pregnant cats

Use in pregnant cats is prohibited. If it is necessary to treat a nursing cat, kittens are fed artificially. In kittens, Execan is used when their body weight reaches 1 kg.

Kittens can be given Execan when they weigh 1 kg

Reviews from veterinarians

Nadezhda Nikolaevna Tereshkova, veterinarian. It contains Dexamethasone, which is a potent and long-acting corticosteroid. It is great for helping relieve itching. However, you should not abuse it or take it for a long time. This is fraught with serious consequences (hepatitis, Cushing's syndrome). It is also ineffective for pyoderma, and will only worsen the situation, temporarily masking the symptoms. In the case of inflammatory lesions of the skin, its use is justified.

Nikolai Lvovich, veterinarian. This is a real salvation for animals with allergies. It quickly relieves itching and other symptoms, but you should not take it without a prescription. An incorrectly selected dose can cause harm to the animal. The big advantage is that it can be bought at almost any veterinary clinic or pharmacy.

Galina Petrovna. This is the best remedy for dermatitis caused by allergens, but it is worth noting that it is based on a hormone. Unauthorized use can cause serious consequences. In my practice, there were cases when the cat drank a lot of water. I have not observed a fatal outcome from him in 10 years of work.

To summarize, we can say that Execan for cats is a hormonal agent that shows high effectiveness in the treatment of dermatitis of allergic and other etiologies. A synthetic glucocorticoid provides an anti-inflammatory effect, relieves itching, which leads to scratching.

Disadvantages and advantages

Execan for cats is a unique drug due to its specific composition. Allergies disappear literally in a matter of days and this is its main advantage.

The product has a number of other positive qualities:

1. Has an anti-inflammatory and healing effect;
2. Helps normalize metabolic processes in the body;
3. Improves liver function;
4. Quickly eliminates itching;
5. Promotes the regeneration of the animal's skin and hair.

Many people believe that the main drawback is that the drug is hormonal. Some cat owners are wary of this fact, but if the medicine is prescribed by a specialist after examining the general health of the pet, it can be safely used. Some negative manifestations are possible when owners violate the instructions for use, especially in the case of an overdose.

May be called:

• Dystrophic and atrophic changes in muscles;
• Increased urination;
• Atrophy of fat cells;
• Arterial hypertension;
• Convulsions;
• Exposure of the gastrointestinal mucosa;

Storage conditions and shelf life

Exekan is stored for 3 years from the production date indicated on its pack, subject to the following conditions:

• be sure to use the original packaging (plastic blister) to store Exekan;
• Avoid sharing food with people and pet food;
• protect from sunlight;
• protect from moisture;
• keep out of reach of children and pets;
• will provide a storage temperature from 10 to 25 o C.

Composition and action

The hormonal drug for allergies contains several active substances: dexamethasone (1 mg), vitamin preparation nicotinamide, vitamin B6, aliphatic sulfur-containing α-amino acid, sucrose.

The drug acts directly on foci of inflammation, restoring the functioning of individual organs and the body as a whole:

• stimulates the detoxifying functions of the liver;
• prevents the accumulation of fat on the liver lobes;
• eliminates irritation and itching;
• normalizes metabolism;
• blocks the production of inflammatory neurotransmitters;
• improves the condition of cell membranes;
• restores the condition of the skin and coat;
• neutralizes the effects of toxic products.

Dexamethasone and other components of the drug do not accumulate in the body and do not have a hepatotoxic effect.

Opinions of dog owners about the drug "Execan"

Having studied the reviews of buyers of Exekan cubes from the Internet, we can highlight the following positive qualities of the drug:

• Convenient release form (it is easier for dogs to swallow a medicine that resembles refined sugar than a bitter tablet);
• The speed of the effect on the animal (after the first or second dose of Execan, skin itching in dogs is significantly reduced);
• Absence of serious side effects (some animals may vomit from the drug, but, as a rule, no serious consequences arise after using Execan).

If we talk about the disadvantages, we can highlight the following:

• "Exekan" for dogs is a hormonal drug, which in some cases can have an adverse effect on the condition of the muscular and skeletal systems, the pancreas;
• Strong specific aroma of the drug (some animals are embarrassed by this smell, which is why they have to administer “Exekan” against their will);
• Cost (it cannot be called exorbitant, but for large dogs that require 2 cubes of the drug daily, treatment can cost a pretty penny).

Now let’s imagine a few reviews about Exekan sugar pieces: Review No. 1: “Rick (pit bull) suddenly developed a terrible skin allergy: itching, bites on the body, inflammation. It turned out that the reaction was provoked by a new shampoo. The doctor recommended Exekan, 1.5 pieces each. I was especially pleased with the release form, because my comrade in arms does not swallow any pills. And then I immediately ate the sugar! The effect appeared after the second use (the dog began to itch and chew itself less often), and the condition of the skin improved already on the fifth day of use”; Review No. 2: “I think that Exekan is an effective, but quite serious remedy. After taking these sweet pills, my Yuna had vomiting (twice) and diarrhea (suffered for three days). The veterinarian explained that the remedy is too heavy for dogs with pancreatic problems (Yuna once had pancreatitis)”; Review No. 3: “Pieces of the medicine “Exekan” are quickly eaten by the dog (he even asks for more, wagging his tail). The product quickly begins to act, so my pet sleeps peacefully after it, without waking up to scratch her body irritated by eczema. And I didn’t notice any side effects.”