Vetalog Injectable (Triamcinolone Acetonide Injectable Suspension)

Vetalog Injectable is a veterinary corticosteroid containing triamcinolone acetonide. It is formulated as a sterile injectable suspension and is used by licensed veterinarians to help manage inflammatory conditions in animals. According to the FDA-approved veterinary labeling, Vetalog Injectable is indicated for use in,dogs, cats, and horses for specific inflammatory, allergic, arthritic, and dermatologic conditions when appropriate under veterinary supervision.

Active Ingredient

• Triamcinolone Acetonide

Triamcinolone acetonide is a potent synthetic glucocorticoid with anti-inflammatory activity. Its therapeutic effects are primarily related to reducing inflammation and the clinical signs associated with inflammatory disorders.

Veterinary Applications

Veterinarians may prescribe Vetalog Injectable for selected inflammatory conditions, including:

• Certain inflammatory musculoskeletal disorders
• Selected allergic conditions
• Some dermatologic disorders
• Specific arthritic conditions
• Other conditions where corticosteroid therapy is clinically appropriate

Treatment decisions should always be based on a veterinary examination, diagnosis, and the approved product labeling.

Target Species

According to the approved veterinary labeling, Vetalog Injectable is intended for use in:

• Horses
• Dogs
• Cats

Use should always follow veterinary direction and the product’s approved prescribing information.

Product Features

• Sterile injectable suspension
• Contains triamcinolone acetonide
• Prescription veterinary medicine
• Potent anti-inflammatory corticosteroid
• Manufactured to veterinary pharmaceutical standards
• Intended for professional veterinary use

Storage

Store Vetalog Injectable according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Protect the product from freezing and store under the recommended conditions described in the official product labeling.

Important Safety Information

Vetalog Injectable is a prescription veterinary medicine and should only be used under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian. Corticosteroids are not appropriate for every animal or medical condition. Veterinarians consider factors such as concurrent illness, infection risk, pregnancy status, and other medications before prescribing treatment. Follow all precautions, contraindications, and administration instructions provided in the official prescribing information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vetalog Injectable?

Vetalog Injectable is a veterinary prescription injectable corticosteroid containing triamcinolone acetonide that is used for selected inflammatory and allergic conditions in approved animal species.

What is the active ingredient?

The active ingredient is triamcinolone acetonide.

Which animals can receive Vetalog Injectable?

According to the approved labeling, Vetalog Injectable is indicated for use in horses, dogs, and cats under veterinary supervision.

Is Vetalog Injectable a prescription medicine?

Yes. Federal law in the United States restricts this medicine to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Vetalog Injectable Horses The dose is 0.01 mg to 0.02 mg triamcinoloneacetonide per pound of body weight as a single injection; the usual range is 12 mg to 20 mg.

Dogs and Cats: The dose is a single injection of 0.05 mg to 0.1 mg triamcinolone acetonide per pound of body weight in inflammatory or allergic disorders and 0.1 mg per pound of body weight in dermatologic disorders. Remission of symptoms, if not permanent, usually lasts 7 to 15 days. After this time, if  be repeated or oral corticosteroid

Vetalog Injectable Horses: The dose is 0.01 mg to 0.02 mg triamcinoloneacetonide per pound of body weight as a single injection; the usual range is 12 mg to 20 mg.

VETALOG
(Triamcinolone Acetonide Suspension)

The glucocorticoid equine veterinarians have relied on for decades for fast pain relief.

VETALOG Parenteral is indicated for the treatment of inflammation and related disorders in horses.

Hyvisc®​
VETALOG Parenteral is supplied for veterinary use in various vial sizes:6 mg/mL 25 mL
6 mg/mL 5 mL
6 mg/mL 3 mL
Safety Information
Features and Benefits
Dosage
As with all corticosteroids, VETALOG should be used with care in all stages of pregnancy. The safety of most corticosteroid drugs for use during all stages of pregnancy has not been adequately established. Do not use with viral infections. VETALOG should not be used to alleviate pain or reduce inflammation arising from infectious states unless concomitant antimicrobial therapy is given. Please see full product safety information.

Precautions Vetalog Injectable

Corticosteroids have been used in the treatment of laminitis; VETALOG Parenteral is not recommended for that use. Cases of laminitis have been reported following the administration of VETALOG Parenteral; the mechanism of that response has not been fully elucidated. Care is necessary when using any corticosteroid in the equine species.

Potent anti-inflammatory action Vetalog Injectable

Reduces pain and improves motion within 24 hours
Reaches maximum effective levels in synovial fluid within 24 hours of intra-articular injection
Reduces inflammation and swelling
Flexible administration options

Can be used intramuscularly, intra-articularly, or intrasynovially
Choose from 2 mg/mL and 6 mg/mL administrations
Various vial sizes available
Intramuscular or subcutaneous

The dose is 0.01 mg to 0.02 mg triamcinolone acetonide per pound of body weight as a single injection; the usual range is 12 mg to 20 mg.

Intra-articular

The dose for intra-articular or intrasynovial administration is dependent on the size of the joint to be treated and on the severity of symptoms. A single injection of triamcinolone acetonide 6 mg to 18 mg for horses is recommended.