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Oral Vitamin K-1 Supplementation for Dogs and Cats
Product Description
Vitamin K-1 Chewable Tablets are formulated for use in dogs and cats as an oral source of phytonadione (vitamin K-1). Each chewable tablet contains 50 mg of vitamin K-1 and is intended to supplement vitamin K levels when normal vitamin K metabolism is impaired. The chewable tablets may be given directly by mouth or crumbled over food to support consistent administration.
Benefits
- Vitamin K-1 Source: Provides phytonadione for oral supplementation.
- Companion Animal Use: Labeled for use in dogs and cats.
- Chewable Format: Designed for convenient oral administration.
- Flexible Feeding: Tablets may be given whole or mixed with food.
- Measured Strength: Each tablet delivers 50 mg of vitamin K-1.
Ingredients
Active Ingredient: Phytonadione (Vitamin K-1) 50 mg per chewable tablet.
Inactive Ingredients: Cellulose, hydrolyzed vegetable protein, iron oxide, liver powder, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, stearic acid, sucrose, and whey.
How to Use
Dosage & Administration Instructions
- Weight-Based Dosing: Administer 2.5-5 mg of vitamin K-1 per kilogram of body weight daily.
- Tablet Guidance: Give one tablet per 44 lb body weight for lower dosing.
- Higher Dose Option: Give one tablet per 22 lb body weight when indicated.
- Oral Administration: Provide tablets by mouth or crumble over food.
- Treatment Duration: Administer once daily for up to three weeks or as directed.
Additional Information
Precautions
- Animal Use Only: Intended for use in dogs and cats only.
- Delayed Effect: Immediate coagulation effects should not be expected after oral administration.
- Drug Limitation: Does not counteract the anticoagulant effects of heparin.
- Medical Assessment: Lack of response may indicate a condition not responsive to vitamin K-1 therapy.
- Storage Safety: Store at room temperature, protect from light, and keep out of reach of children.
Shipping & Returns
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For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What are Vitamin K-1 Chewable Tablets used for?
Ans: Vitamin K-1 Chewable Tablets are used in dogs and cats as an oral vitamin supplement to support vitamin K levels when normal vitamin K metabolism is impaired.
Q2: Which animals can receive Vitamin K-1 Chewable Tablets?
Ans: The product is labeled for use in dogs and cats, and the dosing instructions are written specifically for these companion animal species.
Q3: What is the active ingredient in Vitamin K-1 Chewable Tablets?
Ans: Each chewable tablet contains 50 mg of phytonadione, which is the active form of vitamin K-1 used for oral supplementation.
Q4: How should Vitamin K-1 Chewable Tablets be administered?
Ans: The tablets may be given directly by mouth as a chewable or crumbled and mixed with food to ensure full consumption of the dose.
Q5: How is the correct dose determined?
Ans: The labeled dosage is based on body weight, with recommended administration of 2.5-5 mg of vitamin K-1 per kilogram per day using tablet equivalents.
Q6: How often should Vitamin K-1 Chewable Tablets be given?
Ans: The product is administered once daily, with treatment duration typically extending up to three weeks, depending on the pet’s condition and response.
Q7: Are Vitamin K-1 Chewable Tablets fast-acting?
Ans: No. Oral vitamin K-1 does not provide an immediate effect, and its action occurs over time with continued daily administration.
Q8: Are there any crucial precautions to follow?
Ans: Yes. The product does not counteract heparin anticoagulation, and a lack of response may indicate a condition that does not respond to vitamin K-1 supplementation.