What is the drug Temaril used for?

Trimeprazine tartrate with prednisolone (brand names: Temaril-P®, Vanectyl-P®) is a combination of an antihistamine and a corticosteroid used to treat itchiness (due to mostly allergies) or suppress cough. The combination is designed to decrease the amount of prednisone used.

Is Temaril-P for dogs a steroid?

Temaril-P is a combination of an antihistamine (trimeprazine) and a corticosteroid (prednisolone) available by prescription for use in dogs.

Is Temaril-P bad for dogs?

The FDA (U.S. Food & Drug Administration) has approved this drug for use in dogs to treat itching or cough. The FDA does allow veterinarians to prescribe and use products containing this drug in different species or for other conditions in certain situations.

How long should dogs take Temaril-P?

During the initial phase of treatment the effect should last 12 hours, and become longer as therapy progresses. If Temaril-P is stopped, signs of the disease may reappear.

What does Temaril do for dogs?

Relieves itching and inflammation commonly associated with most skin disorders of dogs. TEMARIL-P is indicated for dogs to relieve itching regardless of the cause. Its synergistic combination of antihistamine and corticosteroid may allow for lower doses of corticosteroids.

Can humans take Temaril?

Alimemazine is not approved for use in humans in the United States. The combination of alimemazine and prednisolone (commonly sold under the brand name Temaril-P) is licensed as an antipruritic and antitussive in dogs.

Is Temaril-P used for coughing in dogs?

TEMARIL-P has been found to be effective therapy and adjunctive therapy in various cough conditions of dogs.

Can you buy Temaril-P over the counter?

About Temaril-P Pet medications are prescription and over-the-counter medicines for dogs, cats, and other animals. They treat animal-only conditions and those also found in humans, and come in forms and dosages specifically for pets.

What does Temaril-P do for dogs?

How much Temaril Can I give my dog?

Dosage and Administration

Can you mix Temaril-P and Benadryl?

Using diphenhydrAMINE together with trimeprazine may increase side effects such as drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, abdominal cramping, constipation, irregular heartbeat, confusion, and memory problems.