What is Simbadol used for?
A: SIMBADOL is a proprietary, FDA-approved, veterinary-labeled buprenorphine formulation indicated for the control of postoperative pain associated with surgical procedures in cats. SIMBADOL has been shown to be effective for 24 hours at a subcutaneous (SQ) dose of 0.24 mg/kg.
Is Simbadol a controlled drug?
Controlled Substance: SIMBADOL contains buprenorphine, a mu opioid partial agonist and Schedule III controlled substance with an abuse potential similar to other Schedule III opioids. SIMBADOL can be abused and is subject to misuse, abuse, addiction, and criminal diversion.
Can Simbadol be given orally?
Q: How is SIMBADOL administered? A: SIMBADOL is administered by a subcutaneous injection in cats only. You can use up to 3 once-daily subcutaneous doses, for a total of 72 hours of pain control. Q: Can SIMBADOL be administered via intravenous (IV), intramuscular (IM) or oral transmucosal (TM) routes?
Can Simbadol be used in dogs?
Although licensed for use in cats as a 24-hour subcutaneous injection for the relief of pain, buprenorphine in the form of Simbadol can be used like generic buprenorphine at the usual intramuscular (IM) dose of 0.02 mg/kg in both our canine and feline patients.
What schedule drug is Simbadol?
SIMBADOL contains buprenorphine (1.8 mg/mL), an opioid agonist and Schedule III controlled substance with an abuse potential similar to other Schedule III opioids.
Is buprenorphine for cats the same as humans?
The drug is a powerful opiate and is available only by prescription. Its use is monitored by the U.S. Drug Enforcement agency because of its opiate properties. Although it is formulated for humans, vets are allowed to use buprenorphine for treating moderate pain in cats and some other animals.
What is Simbadol injection?
SIMBADOL™ (buprenorphine injection) is the first and only FDA-approved opioid to provide once-daily 24-hour control of postoperative pain in cats. SIMBADOL™ works well with other induction and maintenance anesthesia drugs and can be incorporated into any feline surgical protocols.
Does buprenorphine make a cat sleepy?
A common side effect of buprenorphine in cats is sedation (drowsiness, sleepiness). Vomiting is also a possible side effect, but it is rare. A common side effect of all opioids is their tendency to cause respiratory depression. But this side effect is rare for cats on buprenorphine.
What happens if I give my cat too much buprenorphine?
In the event of an overdose, get some advice from your veterinarian or an animal poison control center. Although a buprenorphine overdose is rarely life-threatening, it can cause significant discomfort for your cat.
What is BELBUCA similar to?
What Is Belbuca? Belbuca is not approved by the FDA for the treatment of OUD. It is approved only for the treatment of chronic pain. The medication is similar to Subutex except for its administration route.
What is simbadol injectable solution?
SIMBADOL injectable solution is a mu opioid partial agonist (1.8 mg buprenorphine/ mL). In the case of an emergency, provide the physician with the package insert. Naloxone may not be effective in reversing respiratory depression produced by buprenorphine.
What is the abuse potential of simbadol?
Abuse Potential. SIMBADOL contains buprenorphine (1.8 mg/mL), an opioid agonist and Schedule III controlled substance with an abuse potential similar to other Schedule III opioids.
Can I give simbadol to my Pet?
Because of the potential for adverse reactions associated with accidental injection, SIMBADOL should only be administered by veterinarians or veterinary technicians who are trained in the handling of potent opioids. See Human Safety for detailed information.
How much buprenorphine is in simbadol?
Information for physician: SIMBADOL injectable solution is a mu opioid partial agonist (1.8 mg buprenorphine/mL). In the case of an emergency, provide the physician with the package insert. Naloxone may not be effective in reversing respiratory depression produced by buprenorphine.