Overview
Virbac Clomicalm® 5mg is a veterinary prescription medication formulated to treat separation-related behavioral disorders in dogs. It contains clomipramine hydrochloride, a tricyclic antidepressant that modulates serotonergic and noradrenergic activity in the central nervous system. Clomicalm is designed for dogs over six months of age and is used in combination with behavioral modification techniques to manage symptoms such as inappropriate elimination, vocalization, and destructive behavior.
✅ Key Benefits / Features
- Reduces signs of separation anxiety including barking, urination, defecation, and destructive behavior
- Enhances receptivity to behavioral therapy
- Non-sedative action with central nervous system effects
- Meat-flavored tablets for improved palatability and compliance
- Tablets are scored and divisible for accurate dosing
- Available in multiple strengths for flexible treatment plans
🧪 Ingredients
- Active Ingredient: Clomipramine Hydrochloride – 5mg per tablet
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Inactive Ingredients:
- Lactose monohydrate
- Microcrystalline cellulose
- Maize starch
- Hypromellose
- Magnesium stearate
- Meat-based flavoring agents
📊 Nutritional Composition / Active Ingredients
| Component |
Quantity per Tablet |
| Clomipramine Hydrochloride |
5 mg |
💊 Uses / Indications
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Dogs:
- Treatment of separation anxiety when used alongside behavioral modification
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Alleviates symptoms such as:
- Excessive vocalization
- Destructive behavior
- Inappropriate urination or defecation
- Excessive salivation
- Not indicated for aggression or other behavioral disorders unrelated to separation anxiety
🐾 Feeding Instructions / Dosage
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Recommended Dosage:
- 1–2 mg/kg orally every 12 hours
- Dosage may be adjusted based on clinical response and tolerance
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Administration:
- May be given with food to reduce gastrointestinal upset
- Tablets are scored for ease of splitting
- Treatment duration typically spans several weeks; reassessment is recommended after 4–8 weeks
- Should be used as part of a comprehensive behavioral management plan
⚠️ Possible Side Effects
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Common:
- Vomiting
- Changes in appetite
- Lethargy
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Rare:
- Elevation in liver enzymes
- Hepato-biliary disease (especially with pre-existing liver conditions)
- Allergic reactions
- Most adverse effects are reversible upon discontinuation
🔄 Drug & Food Interactions
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Avoid concurrent use with:
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
- Other CNS-active drugs that lower seizure threshold
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Use cautiously with:
- Hepatically metabolized medications
- Serotonergic agents
- Food may enhance absorption; co-administration with food is recommended if vomiting occurs
⚠️ Precautions
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Not for use in:
- Male breeding dogs
- Dogs under 6 months of age or weighing less than 1.25 kg
- Dogs with a history of seizures or cardiovascular dysfunction
- Pregnant or lactating females (safety not established)
- Accidental ingestion by children should be treated as a medical emergency
- Store in a cool, dry place and keep out of reach of children and animals
- Regular veterinary monitoring is advised during treatment
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IMPORTANT NOTICE - THIS IS A PRESCRIPTION ONLY MEDICATION (POM)
POMs are stored and dispensed directly from Ohana Animal Hospital under veterinary supervision.
As required by law, orders for this product will only be processed and delivered after our veterinary team has reviewed your pet's prescription and medical history, who may contact you or your existing vet for more details. Clients are encouraged to Autoship this product to avoid unnecessary delays.
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