Bexacat Tablets

Bexacat™ Tablets

Bexacat™ Tablets are a once daily alternative to insulin for treating feline diabetes. Bexacat™ is indicated to improve glycemic control in otherwise healthy cats with diabetes mellitus not previously treated with insulin.

Cats

Bexagliflozin

Bexacat™ 

Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) Inhibitor

Bexacat™ Tablets are artificial beef flavored from hydrolyzed chicken liver.

Elanco

Bexacat™ 15 mg 30 ct & 90 ct: 10 mm, brown (light brown with white, brown or tan speckles), pentagon (5 sided) biconvex tablet, no score, no imprint. (NDC 58198-5315-01, 58198-5315-02)

Bexagliflozin

Bexacat™ should be administered once daily, at about the same time each day as directed by veterinarian.  Can be given with or without food.

Missed Doses                                    

Give the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once.

Your pet may experience vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, dehydration, poor appetite, and weight loss.   Other side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian.

The following drugs can potentially interact with Bexacat™: amlodipine, atenolol, benazepril, dexamethasone, enalapril, estrogens, fludrocortisone, furosemide, glipizide, hydrochlorothiazide, insulin, NSAIDs, prednisone, prednisolone, salix, and telmasartan.  Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together. 

Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving to your pet. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, and a drug interaction may be anticipated. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely. 

For oral use in cats only.  Not for use in humans. 

Do not use Bexacat™ in cats who have previously been treated with insulin, who are receiving insulin, or in cats with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. Due to risk of severe adverse reactions, do not use Bexacat™ in cats with evidence of hepatic disease or reduced renal function.

Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform Vetsource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; widespread hives and itching.

If you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact the manufacturer Elanco at 888-545-5973 or Vetsource customer service at 877-738-4443.

Storage                

Store at 68°F to 77°F in controlled room temperature. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.