Veterinary drug Katozal

Catozal is an excellent drug for maintaining and improving animal health. This is a complex medicine that normalizes metabolic processes, improves health and improves immunity in animals.

Many dog ​​lovers praise it almost as a panacea. But it's not that simple. This is a serious medicine that cannot be stuffed mindlessly: sometimes its use is harmful.

In the article I looked at: what is the principle of action, in which cases its use is useful and in which it is harmful, what side effects it can cause. He also provided popular schemes for using catozal for dogs and a list of analogues. At the end of the review you will find reviews from dog owners and tips on using the medication.

Release form and composition

Catosal is a development of Bayer, an American pharmaceutical company with a worldwide reputation.
The drug works due to two components:

• butophosphamide – 10.0 g/1 ml;
• cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) – 0.005 g/1 ml.

This is an injection solution, which is produced in 100 ml bottles. One bottle costs on average 900 rubles.

Dosage form, composition

Catozal is produced by the international concern Bayer in the form of a transparent pink injection solution. The liquid is poured into 100 ml bottles in dark glass bottles. The bottles are hermetically sealed with stoppers with metal caps. Sold individually in boxes along with instructions.

Catozal contains a combination of two active ingredients:

• butaphosphan – 10 g per 100 ml bottle;
• cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) – 5 mg.

The solution is stored at a temperature of plus 5 – 25℃. The shelf life in a sealed bottle is 5 years from the date of release, after opening - 4 weeks. The average price of Katozal is 750 rubles.

Indications for use

Catozal has a wide range of uses in veterinary medicine. It is used as a stimulant and tonic for metabolic disorders and diseases of various etiologies. So, drugs are prescribed:

• to speed up recovery for any pathologies;
• for metabolic disorders;
• for anemia of any origin, in particular with a lack of magnesium and calcium;
• to improve the fertility of females and males;
• during pregnancy and the postpartum period for the prevention and treatment of complications, as well as to speed up recovery;
• to stimulate the growth of young animals, especially weak, premature and low-weight ones;
• under increased loads and stress;
• to improve liver function;
• as an adjuvant for intoxication, viral, bacterial and fungal infections.

Catosal accelerates the recovery and recovery of the animal, increases its resistance to diseases, and reduces the risk of relapses. But it is not an independent drug for treatment: it is used only as part of complex therapy.

Catozal for cats - description of the drug

Catozal is a unique drug that is used in veterinary medicine as a metabolic accelerator. The drug has a tonic effect on the cat’s body, helps improve immunity, supports the favorable development of animals and accelerates their growth. The drug belongs to the vitamin-mineral category and is not toxic. Prescribed for anemia, postpartum complications, stress, infertility, decreased activity, and damage to internal organs. Available in the form of a translucent injection solution with a pink tint.

Active substances

Per 100 ml of solution there are 0.005 g of cyanocobalamin, 0.1 g of methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, 10 g of butophosphamide. The contents of the medicine are diluted in saline solution. The product is packaged in glass bottles with a capacity of 100 ml, and then in cardboard boxes. Manufacturers of Catozal for cats include instructions in them.

How it works

Taking it has a positive effect on all organs and systems of the body. It normalizes metabolic and regenerative processes, stimulates the growth of dogs, and increases resistance to adverse external factors.

The complex effect of the drug is due to its constituent components.

Butaphosphan is a unique substance discovered by Bayer specialists. The component is now used by other pharmaceutical companies: no equally effective and safe analogues have been found. The product is an organic phosphorus compound, which, unlike inorganic ones, does not accumulate in the body and does not lead to serious side effects.

The effect of butaphosphamide on the animal body is difficult to overestimate. He:

• stimulates energy metabolism by improving the utilization of glucose in the blood;
• accelerates metabolic processes;
• improves liver function;
• increases the body's resistance;
• stimulates smooth muscles;
• restores the heart muscle;
• normalizes cortisol levels in the blood;
• stimulates bone tissue production;
• accelerates the growth, development and recovery of pets by stimulating protein synthesis.

Cyanocobalamin, also known as vitamin B12, has the following beneficial effects:

• stimulates hematopoietic processes;
• promotes the production of creatine;
• participates in the metabolism of carboxylic acids and fat;
• improves food digestibility;
• promotes methionine synthesis;
• normalizes the state of the nervous system.

Medicinal properties

Butaphosphan is an organic substance derived from phosphorus. The formula for this compound was developed by Bayer biochemists almost a hundred years ago, but it still has no analogues.

Phosphorus is found in all living cells, is responsible for their growth, division and participates in all biochemical processes, therefore butaphosphan works as a stimulant:

• Accelerates protein, carbohydrate, lipid, energy metabolism.
• Increases smooth muscle mobility.
• Reduces the concentration of the stress hormone cortisol.
• Stimulates the formation of protein and bone tissue during the growth period.
• Supports the heart muscle.
• Restores liver cells.
• Tones the skin, improves the condition of the coat.
• Accelerates tissue regeneration.
• Strengthens bones and teeth.

The positive effect of butaphosphamide is complemented by the properties of cyanocobalamin:

• Vitamin B12 is responsible for normal hematopoiesis and maturation of red blood cells.
• Stimulates the synthesis of the amino acid creatine and regulates energy metabolism in muscle fibers.
• Participates in the formation of acetylcholine and supports the functions of the nervous system.
• Normalizes fat metabolism in the liver.
• Stabilizes the acid-base balance and improves food absorption.

Both components increase resistance to the harmful influences of the external environment.

Instructions for use and dosage

Catosal is used for injection: subcutaneous, intramuscular or intravenous. The minimum dosage for dogs is 0.5 ml, the maximum is 5 ml. On average, pets are administered 1-3 ml per 10 kg of weight.

The standard dosage regimen is two doses, with a break of a week. However, there are modifications to the technique:

1. One or two injections with an interval of 2-7 days. This regimen is used during stress and increased workload, before exhibitions and competitions, loss of appetite, after operations and to stimulate fertility.
2. 5-10-fold course with a break between each injection of 1-3 days. Used to improve metabolic processes, the condition of the skin and coat, correct psychological problems, and in the treatment of exacerbations of chronic pathologies.
3. Daily intake. Indicated for severe dog conditions: infections, serious pathologies, severe metabolic disorders.

The indicated regimens and dosages are approximate. The exact course of treatment is selected by the veterinarian for each dog, based on the severity of the disease, the animal’s condition, weight and body characteristics.

Analogues of the drug

Catozal has many substitute drugs with identical composition and medications with similar therapeutic effects. Full synonyms are 1.5-2 times cheaper than the original drug, but, unfortunately, they are produced in Ukraine or Belarus, and are poorly distributed in Russia. But, if you get them, feel free to use them: the drugs differ only in price, but act equally effectively.

Catozal: instructions for use, composition, optimal dosage of veterinary medication for different animals

Short description

The veterinary drug Catozal is a completely unique drug that has a complex mechanism of action. The medicine is based on a unique formula.

The active substances of Catozal are aimed at activating metabolic processes, as well as the formation of biological resistance in pets. This increases the resistance of the immune system to numerous adverse factors.

It is also worth considering that among all the analogues of Catozal, Butazal and Butozalvet are considered the most effective, but they also have their own contraindications .

Composition of the drug and release form

Today, the drug Catozal is produced by the world-famous company Bayer. The basis of this medicine is made up of four active components :

• Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B).
• Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate.
• Butaphosphan.
• Water for injections.

The high effectiveness of this product is due to the unique formula of the drug, specialized equipment, and the fact that manufacturers constantly monitor the quality of Catosal. Thanks to these factors, a more stable therapeutic effect is achieved than from the use of similar drugs.

In specialized veterinary pharmacies you can purchase Catozal in a dark brown glass container, which is stored in paper packaging. Each jar contains 100 ml of medicine. The active substance itself has a pink tint and a uniform structure.

Indications for use

Statistics show that more and more owners of pets and farm animals are choosing the drug Catozal. The instructions for use for animals indicate that this medication is used in the veterinary field as a tonic and stimulant.

The balanced combination of all components and the unique formula of the composition make it possible to use this drug in the treatment of many pathologies and ailments that pets face.

Experts say that Catozal is considered an indispensable veterinary remedy that can be used in several situations :

• Complex or symptomatic therapy, which is aimed at combating infectious diseases (canine distemper, enteritis of viral origin, calcevirosis, panleukopenia, lichen). In addition, the medicine is often used to improve the general tone of animals, stimulate natural metabolic processes, increase nonspecific resistance to dangerous diseases, and also to support the liver.
• Planned prevention of the development of mineral and vitamin balance disorders in young animals, especially during the period of teeth change and active growth. The instructions for use of Catozal for cats and dogs say that this group of pets can receive the first injections at the age of 4 to 8 months.
• Complex therapy for metabolic disorders. This applies to skin diseases (for example: atopic dermatitis), rickets, low fertility, developmental arrest, as well as those pathologies that are associated with improper feeding.
• Experienced veterinarians often prescribe Catozal in combination with other medications, the action of which is aimed at combating pathologies of the musculoskeletal system. In this case, the natural balance of potassium and phosphorus is normalized, and metabolic processes are stimulated.
• Restoration of productivity and prevention of specific subclinical mastitis and ketosis in cattle.
• The drug helps improve the condition of the coat and skin (the hair stops falling out and acquires a characteristic shine). In addition, the body tone and stress resistance of pets increases. It is worth noting that these criteria are very important during the period when the animal is preparing for an exhibition.
• Egg production increases several times, and the growth and development of productive poultry improves.
• In combination with other drugs, Catozal is often used to restore labor when the animal is preparing for childbirth. In addition, the drug can be used for the treatment of postpartum complications (for example: metritis, eclampsia, retained placenta, endometritis).
• The active substances included in this medication help increase tone and also prevent metabolic disorders in animals that are subject to great physical stress (for example: sports horses before a race or after a competition).

The veterinary medicine Catozal is often used to treat functional disorders, as well as chronic liver pathologies in domestic and farm animals, as well as birds (chickens, parrots).

In addition, injections of this drug are increasingly being given to males to improve sperm quality. In the case of poultry, Catozal helps to increase egg production, reduce the molting period, and also prevent pecking.

It is prescribed to horses in order to minimize the negative consequences that may arise from intense exercise. Catozal is prescribed to all groups of animals as a good growth stimulant, as well as when young animals are lagging behind in development.

The veterinary drug can be prescribed as an effective treatment to prevent postoperative and postpartum complications. In the case of domestic pigs, Catozal accelerates the process of gaining body weight, and also helps to raise a healthy and strong livestock.

We should not forget that the drug prevents cannibalism among young animals.

Main contraindications

Considering the fact that the veterinary drug is highly safe, it has no specific contraindications for use, and this is very important for every person who cares about the health of their pet.

Problems with the health of the animal can only arise if there is an allergy or individual intolerance to one of the components of the drug Catozal. The instructions for use for dogs and other animals do not contain any restrictions regarding the elderly age of the pet.

But you need to be careful, since against the background of a weakened state, chronic ailments may appear, including digestive problems and loss of appetite. In this case, moderate use of Catozal will only benefit the animal, since the components of the medicine will help keep the pet’s body in good shape.

Qualified veterinarians note that there is a list of basic contraindications to the use of this medicine:

• Chronic urolithiasis.
• Any form of renal dysfunction.
• Hypercalcemia, hypervitaminosis.
• It is prohibited to use the drug if the animal has a predisposition to the development of neoplasms of a different nature.

Current treatment and prevention regimens

If the medication is used to treat complex pathological conditions in domestic animals and cattle, then it is necessary to periodically conduct a blood test for the presence of phosphorus and calcium. Be sure to take into account all contraindications.

Owner reviews

Valentin: “My St. Bernard always gets eczema, usually in the fall and spring. Therefore, for several years now I have been conducting a ten-day course during these seasons. Works great, no side effects. I advise all dog lovers to keep this drug in their first aid kit and use it for prevention.”

Victoria: “I met Katozal 5 years ago, when my dog ​​had postpartum titania. Injected in combination with calcium gluconate. The dog recovered rapidly. Since then I have kept the medicine on hand: I give it for poisoning or indigestion. This is a universal drug, I recommend it to everyone.”

Nata: “I want to share my sad experience and warn others. We were carrying puppies for docking and the vet noticed that one male was developmentally delayed. I recommended that the entire litter be injected with Catozal for a week. After the first injection, half an hour later, I went to see the little ones with my mother and was stunned: the children were lying in rags, convulsively stretching their paws in pain, their tongues were hanging out and not even squeaking. In horror, I called the doctor, who was also shocked. He said it was a rare case of allergies. I immediately gave everyone Gluconate and Diphenhydramine, the symptoms disappeared, the babies began to move, but cried a lot. During the night, 2 babies died: those who were stronger and healthier survived. But for a long time they complained about their tummies.”

Answers to frequently asked questions

Is it possible to take Catozal instead of injections? And what dose should I give in this case?

You can use drugs in this way, there will be no harm. But the effect will decrease. The dosage remains standard.

Do I need to change the dosage and course of administration for older dogs?

No, they stick to standard schemes.

Is it allowed to give medicine for inoperable tumors?

Tumors, malignant and benign, also feed on amino acids, vitamins and minerals. Consumption of Catozal can provoke their growth. Therefore, only the doctor determines the need for use: but most veterinarians consider the use of the medication in such cases undesirable.