Semintra Oral Solution for Cats - 100ml
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Semintra 100ml Oral Solution for Cats is a prescription veterinary medicine used to treat systemic hypertension (high blood pressure) in cats. Semintra is specifically formulated to help manage this common but often undetected condition in older cats. The active ingredient in Semintra is telmisartan, a type of angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that helps reduce blood pressure and protect internal organs from damage caused by prolonged hypertension.
Semintra 100ml comes as an oral solution that is easy to administer using the dosing syringe included. It is flavoured to support easier compliance and accurate measurement. Semintra is given once daily and is prescribed by a veterinarian following a diagnosis of hypertension.
What is Hypertension in Cats?
Systemic hypertension in cats refers to an abnormally high blood pressure within the arteries. It is more commonly seen in middle-aged and older cats and is often linked with underlying conditions such as chronic kidney disease (CKD) or hyperthyroidism. In some cases, it may occur without any identifiable cause, a condition known as idiopathic hypertension.
Product Features
- Pack Size: - 100ml Bottle
- Target Animal: - Cat (Feline)
- Related Condition: - Chronic Kidney Disease
- Pet Prescription Required?: - Yes (For UK Orders)
- Active Ingredient: - Telmisartan
- Product Name: - Semintra
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Description
Semintra may only be supplied with a valid veterinary prescription issued by your vet. You should only purchase Semintra if you have or are in the process of arranging such a prescription. See information bar for further details.
Feline hypertension can cause serious health issues if left untreated. The condition may lead to damage in key organs including the eyes, kidneys, heart, and brain. Clinical signs may not be obvious in the early stages, which makes routine blood pressure checks important for at-risk cats. Common signs that may indicate high blood pressure include:
- Sudden blindness or dilated pupils
- Disorientation or behavioural changes
- Nosebleeds
- Seizures
- Heart murmurs or irregular heartbeat
- Worsening of kidney function
Regular monitoring and early intervention are essential for preventing long-term damage from hypertension. Treatment typically involves medications like Semintra and addressing any underlying diseases.
How Semintra Works
Semintra contains telmisartan, which belongs to a class of medications known as angiotensin II receptor antagonists. These drugs work by blocking the action of angiotensin II, a naturally occurring hormone in the body that causes blood vessels to narrow and increases blood pressure. By blocking this hormone, Semintra helps blood vessels relax and widen, leading to a reduction in blood pressure.
Telmisartan also helps to protect the kidneys by reducing protein loss in the urine (proteinuria), which is a common issue in cats with kidney disease. Reducing proteinuria and managing blood pressure can help slow the progression of renal disease and maintain quality of life in affected cats.
Semintra begins to take effect quickly, and its long-lasting action supports stable blood pressure control with once-daily dosing. The solution is well tolerated in cats and is suitable for long-term use under veterinary supervision.
Dosage and Administration
Semintra is available in a 100ml bottle and is supplied with a dosing syringe marked in millilitres (ml) and weight ranges (kg) to assist with accurate dosing. The dose prescribed by the veterinarian will be based on the cat’s body weight and the severity of the condition.
It is administered by mouth once daily, and can be given directly into the cat’s mouth or mixed with a small amount of food. The solution has a palatable flavour to make administration easier. It is important to give the medicine at the same time each day for consistency and effectiveness. If a dose is missed, it should be given as soon as possible, unless it is close to the time for the next dose. In such cases, the missed dose should be skipped. Never double the dose to make up for a missed administration.
Legal category
Semintra is a POM-V (Pet Prescription Required)