Zycortal is a prescription veterinary medication for dogs used as replacement therapy for mineralocorticoid deficiency associated with primary hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease). This prolonged-release suspension for injection contains 25 mg/mL desoxycortone pivalate (equivalent to 19.9 mg/mL desoxycortone as base). Formulated for subcutaneous administration, Zycortal is designed for use under veterinary direction. Each 4 mL vial includes a preservative, chlorocresol (1 mg/mL). Prescription required in Canada (DIN 02453657).
Zycortal
Zycortal
Zycortal is a prescription veterinary medication for dogs used as replacement therapy for mineralocorticoid deficiency associated with primary hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease). This prolonged-release suspension for injection contains 25 mg/mL desoxycortone pivalate (equivalent to 19.9 mg/mL desoxycortone as base). Formulated for subcutaneous administration, Zycortal is designed for use under veterinary direction. Each 4 mL vial includes a preservative, chlorocresol (1 mg/mL). Prescription required in Canada (DIN 02453657).
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