Pentoxifylline

Pentoxifylline In Dogs & Cats: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects

Overview

• Pentoxifylline reduces blood viscosity.
• Anti-inflammatory through reduction of TNF-alpha production.

Uses of Pentoxifylline

• Treatment of vasculitis and vasculopathies.
• Modest effect in the treatment of atopic dermatitis and contact dermatitis.

Dose of Pentoxifylline in Dogs and Cats

Dogs:

• Vasculopathies: 15 mg/kg q8–12h.

Cats:

• No information is available.

Side Effects of Pentoxifylline in Dogs and Cats

• GI irritation.

Contraindications of Pentoxifylline in Dogs and Cats

• No information is available.

Some Notes:

• There is a possible increased risk of bleeding when pentoxifylline is given with NSAIDs.