Semintra Oral Solution

Semintra® Oral Solution

Semintra® Oral Solution is an used for the control of systemic hypertension in cats. It may also be used for the reduction of proteinuria associated with chronic kidney disease.

Cats

Telmisartan

Semintra® 

Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB)

Boehringer Ingelheim

Semintra® 10 mg/ml Oral Solution 35 ml: clear, colorless to yellowish viscous solution. (NDC 00010-4492-01)

Telmisartan

Semintra® Oral Solution should be administered as directed by veterinarian. Administer with the enclosed dosing syringe. After dosing, the syringe should be removed from the bottle, rinsed and dried and the bottle cap screwed back on tightly. Can be administered directly into the mouth or with a small amount of food.  If the cat vomits within 30 minutes of dosing, the cat may be re-dosed. Once bottle is opened, use the contents within 6 months.

Give the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once.

Your pet may experience vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, anemia, dehydration, poor appetite, and weight loss.   Other side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian.

The following drugs can potentially interact with Semintra®: enalapril, benazepril, corticosteroids, digoxin, insulin, NSAIDs, and spironolactone.  The safe use of Semintra® with other anti-hypertensive medications has not been evaluated. Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together. 

Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving to your pet. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, and a drug interaction may be anticipated. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely. 

For oral use in cats only.  Pregnant women should avoid contact with Semintra® because substances that act on the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) such as angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) can cause fetal and neonatal morbidity and death during pregnancy in humans.

Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform Vetsource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; widespread hives and itching.

If you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact the manufacturer Boehringer Ingelheim at 888-637-4251 or Vetsource customer service at 877-738-4443.

Store at 68°F to 77°F in controlled room temperature. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.