{"product_id":"bexacat-bexagliflozin-flavored-tablets-for-cats-15mg","title":"Bexacat Flavored Tablets for Cats (Bexagliflozin), 15mg","description":"\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/cdn\/shop\/files\/rx-map.webp\" class=\"img-responsive\" alt=\"RX MAP\" width=\"700\" data-original=\"https:\/\/shopify-images-bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/rx-map.jpg\" data-files=\"rx-map.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOral Diabetes Support for Cats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBexacat is an FDA approved prescription oral treatment for improving blood sugar control in otherwise healthy cats newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus who have never been treated with insulin. It works by helping the kidneys remove excess glucose through urine and is given once daily as a flavored tablet that can be given with or without food. It offers a non-injection option for managing feline diabetes under veterinary supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that the product may arrive in a Hardy Paw Pharmacy vial, manufacturer packaging is shown for reference.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOral Diabetes Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps lower blood sugar in cats by increasing glucose removal through the urine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Injections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a non-insulin treatment option to avoid daily injections for eligible cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnce Daily Dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simple dosing with one flavored tablet per day for cats weighing 6.6 lbs or more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Administration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be given with or without food at about the same time each day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent Dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The once-daily tablet does not require dose adjustments based on blood glucose levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e30 Tablets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e90 Tablets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBexagliflozin 15 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended-Dosage Chart\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 45.4159%; height: 72px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1989px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"104\" style=\"width: 18.3605%; height: 55.1989px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCat Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"111\" style=\"width: 19.6206%; height: 55.1989px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Dose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"85\" style=\"width: 14.9404%; height: 55.1989px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"264\" style=\"width: 46.0813%; height: 55.1989px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdministration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 55.1989px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"104\" style=\"width: 18.3605%; height: 55.1989px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6.6 lbs (3.0 kg) or greater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"111\" style=\"width: 19.6206%; height: 55.1989px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 15 mg tablet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"85\" style=\"width: 14.9404%; height: 55.1989px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce daily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"264\" style=\"width: 46.0813%; height: 55.1989px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrally, with or without food, at approximately the same time each day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage \u0026amp; Administration Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProper Administration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give one tablet by mouth each day at about the same time to maintain consistent glucose control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith or Without Food:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tablet may be given with or without food to match your cat’s feeding schedule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Dose Adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not adjust dosage based on blood glucose without veterinary guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bexacat is a prescription product that must be used under a licensed veterinarian’s direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeterinary Screening Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not start Bexacat without appropriate vet screening for other diseases and conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid in Sick Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not for use in cats with anorexia, lethargy, or dehydration at diabetes diagnosis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePancreatitis Risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use in cats with elevated feline pancreas-specific lipase or a history of pancreatitis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor Ketones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch for ketones and discontinue if BHBA does not decline or rises after starting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrinary Infection Watch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screen and treat urinary infections before starting to reduce risks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVomiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the common reactions seen in treated cats in field studies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevated BUN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frequent lab changes in blood urea nitrogen observed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnorexia:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduced appetite was reported in many cats during trials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDehydration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluid loss and dehydration were recorded in study cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrinary Infection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some cats had urinary tract infections in reports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom Temperature Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store at a controlled room temperature between 68°F and 77°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect From Pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep tablets away from other pets or children to prevent accidental ingestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What is Bexacat used for in cats?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bexacat is FDA approved to improve glycemic control in otherwise healthy cats with diabetes mellitus that have not previously been treated with insulin. It works by increasing urinary glucose excretion to help lower blood sugar levels when used under veterinary supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: How does Bexacat work in diabetic cats?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bexacat contains bexagliflozin, an SGLT2 inhibitor that blocks renal glucose reabsorption in the kidneys. This action lowers the renal glucose threshold and increases glucose excretion in urine, which helps reduce blood glucose levels in eligible diabetic cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Can Bexacat replace insulin therapy for all diabetic cats?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Bexacat is only indicated for otherwise healthy cats with diabetes mellitus that have not been previously treated with insulin. It must not be used in cats receiving insulin, previously treated with insulin, or diagnosed with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: What are the most common side effects of Bexacat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most frequently reported adverse reactions in field studies included elevated blood urea nitrogen, vomiting, elevated urine specific gravity, increased feline pancreas specific lipase, diarrhea, anorexia, lethargy, dehydration, and urinary tract infections. Monitoring by a veterinarian is recommended during treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: How should Bexacat be given to cats?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bexacat is administered as one 15 mg flavored tablet by mouth once daily to cats weighing 6.6 pounds or greater. 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