SELEgiline HCL Oral Suspension (Anhydrous)
SELEgiline HCL is an FDA-approved preparation containing SELEgiline HCL, for veterinary use. Available by prescription.
How to Give Anhydrous Oral Suspension
Oral Suspension (Anhydrous) is a liquid medication that does not contain water in its base. This might be an oil-based or other special base to help stabilize the medicine. It will look like a regular liquid medication, but often needs a good shake because the drug can settle. Here's how to give it:
- Shake well each time to mix the medication (5-10 seconds).
- Measure the dose using the syringe/dropper provided or one recommended by your vet. Insert the top of the oral syringe into the bottle adapter. Turn the bottle upside down and pull the plunger until the medicine reaches the volume required
- Hold your pet steady: a towel or helper can assist with squirmy pets.
- Administer the dose slowly into the side of the mouth. Allow small pauses if needed for swallowing.
- Raise the head slightly to help the medication go down and clean any spills with a little water or tissue.
- Praise your pet and offer a treat or water (unless advised against feeding right after).
- Clean the syringe with water immediately after use. Store the bottle as directed, out of sunlight.
- Consistency is key: Shake each time, measure accurately, and contact your vet if any issues arise.
Selegiline hydrochloride, also known as L-deprenyl, is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) utilized in veterinary medicine for behavioral management. It is a prescription medication available for use in dogs and cats, requiring professional guidance and monitoring by a licensed veterinarian. It is frequently considered in the context of behavioral health for patients presented with cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS).
The actions described here reflect the product's FDA-approved labeling; your veterinarian determines the appropriate use for your animal.
Prescription only. Use only under the direction of a licensed veterinarian. This information is not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis, prescribing or monitoring.
At a pharmacological level, it is used in the context of managing the concentration of dopamine in the brain by inhibiting the enzyme MAO-B. Commonly observed effects include behavioral shifts such as temporary restlessness or disorientation and localized digestive changes like vomiting. Because it influences neurotransmitter levels, your veterinarian will monitor for observational signs of recovery and ensure the management approach remains suitable. Owners should monitor for significant changes in activity or coordination and contact their veterinarian promptly.
Yes. Selegiline is a prescription medication and requires a valid authorization from a licensed veterinarian. Mixlab verifies all legal requirements before any medication is prepared.
Yes. Mixlab specializes in compounding selegiline into customized strengths and flavored oral formats, such as flavored oral liquids or treats, to support easier administration for your pet.
Veterinarians discuss selegiline for senior pets because it may support cognitive health by managing dopamine levels in the brain. This offers an approach to managing behavioral shifts associated with aging.
Significant interactions can occur with many other medications, including antidepressants and flea/tick products. Your veterinarian will review your pet’s complete medication history to ensure safety.
Observational signs of improved cognitive function can take several weeks to become apparent. Your veterinarian will provide guidance on the expected timeline and monitoring schedule for your pet.
