What you may not know about Librela
Did you know that the Wall Street Journal article, “What Killed Their Pets”, reported that the FDA has received over 3800 adverse event reports within the first few months of Librela’s release.
Do you have all the necessary information to make an informed decision about treating your dog?
“In my professional opinion there is no way Librela should be considered as a first treatment or intervention for arthritis in dogs.”
Are you aware that veterinarian and author of Librela: Wonder Drug or Disaster in the Making, Dr. Edward Bassingthwaighte, BVSc, estimates that nearly 15% of dogs will face a life-threatening reaction from Librela.
Are you aware of potential consequences for your dog?
Canadian package inserts list serious side effects, including ataxia, seizures and death that are absent from U.S. inserts.
Are you getting the full picture of the potential side effects?
Systemic disorders: lack of efficacy, polydipsia, death, lethargy, anorexia.
Renal and urinary tract disorders: polyuria, urinary incontinence.
Digestive tract disorders: diarrhea, vomiting.
Neurological disorders: ataxia, seizure.
Marketed as a “wonder drug” with few side effects, the drug’s manufacturer was cited by the FDA for false claims of efficacy.
Do you trust that you have all the necessary information you need to understand potential side effects from this drug maker?