FDA alerting vets about arthritis drug after hundreds of reports of health problems in dogs
The FDA is alerting veterinarians about reports of health problems in dogs, including hundreds of deaths, tied to a drug for arthritis pain, according to our sister station in Atlanta WSB-2 TV. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The FDA reached out to WSB-2 investigative reporter Sophia Choi about the efforts after an investigation in November highlighted pet parents in Georgia who say vets never warned them about the side effects from Librela.
FDA Issues Vet Letter on Drug Librela Used to Control Pain in Dogs
The FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine posted a letter alerting veterinarians of adverse health effects in dogs from Librela.
Dog Arthritis Treatment Under Fire After Reports of Severe, Even Fatal, Side Effects
In a new report this week, the FDA highlighted several serious adverse events and deaths associated with the drug Librela. The drug's maker, however, claims that it remains safe and effective.
FDA Warns Vets of Serious Complications Linked to Common Dog Arthritis Drug Librela
Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a letter to veterinarians notifying them of severe adverse events linked to Librela (bedinvetmab injection) a common drug used to treat arthritis in dogs.
Popular Arthritis Drug for Dogs May Have Severe Side Effects, F.D.A. Says
The agency recommended that the maker of Librela update its label to reflect the possibility of more serious adverse reactions.
Popular Dog Medication Could Have 'Dangerous Side Effects' for Pups, Warns FDA
The warning was issued for Librela, which is a painkiller commonly given to dogs to relieve arthritis pain. The drug is administered by a vet once a month via subcutaneous injection. The FDA has said that dogs on Librela may experience dangerous side effects, such as: Seizures. Loss of muscle control . Urinary incontinence. Death.
FDA Warns About Dangers of Dog Pain Drug
The agency said it had reviewed more than 3,600 cases of side effects, including deaths, reported for dogs that took the drug Librela.
Popular dog arthritis medication Librela linked to pet illnesses, deaths, FDA says in urgent warning
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FDA cautions veterinarians about prescribing Librela for dogs
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Ask The Vet: The risks and benefits of Librela
Q: My old dog has been getting a pain injection called Librela monthly. I know this is a newer drug, but I just read that ...
FDA Issues Urgent Warning on Dangers of Common Dog Medication
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Swissvale woman says dog died days after being injected with new FDA-approved drug
A Swissvale woman is speaking out on the dangers of a Librela, after the FDA announced a warning about ‘adverse events’ ...