Libeo 10 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs
Active ingredient: Furosemide
Form
Chewable
Species
Manufacturer
Ceva Sante Animale
VMD MA No.
14966/3040
What it's used for
associated with cardiac insufficiency, renal dysfunction, trauma and parasitic disease. It is also recommended for the treatment of mammary oedema and limb...
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Libeo 10 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs — SPC Details
Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.
is also recommended for the treatment of mammary oedema and limb oedemata.
The veterinary medicinal product gives rapid onset of diuretic action with increased
sodium and water excretion. It is even effective where glomerular filtration is impaired.
of the product, given in a single dose or in two divided daily doses. Depending on the
severity of the oedema or ascites or in refractory cases, the daily dose may be
doubled.
Example for a targeted dose of 1mg/kg per administration:
Tablets per administrationLibeo 10 mg2 – 3.5 kg 1/43.6 – 5 kg ½5.1-7.5 kg 3/47.6 – 10 kg 110.1-12.5 kg1 1/412.6 – 15 kg1 1/2
To ensure a correct dosage, body weight should be determined as accurately as
possible.
For dogs of 15.1 to 50 kg bodyweight use Libeo 40 mg tablets.
For maintenance, the dosage should be adapted to the lowest effective dose by the
veterinarian depending on the clinical response of the dog to the therapy.
The dosage and schedule may have to be adjusted depending on the condition of
the animal.
If treatment is administered last thing at night this may result in inconvenient diuresis
overnight.
Instruction on how to divide the tablet: Put the tablet on a plain surface, with its
scored side facing the surface (convex face up). With the tip of forefinger, exert a
slight vertical pressure on the middle of the tablet to break it in its width into halves.
In order to obtain quarters, then exert a slight pressure on the middle of one half
with forefinger to break it in its length.
The tablets are flavoured and may be mixed with a small amount of food offered
prior to the main meal, or administered directly into the mouth.
Do not use in cases of renal failure with anuria.
Do not use in cases of electrolyte deficiency.
Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to furosemide, sulfonamides or to any of the
excipients.
Rare
(1 to 10 animals / 10,000
animals treated):
Soft stool
Dehydration
,
Electrolyte disorder
(e.g. hypokalaemia, hyponatremia)
Undetermined frequency
(cannot be estimated from the
available data)
Haemoconcentration
Poor peripheral circulation
1
Transient, mild, do not necessitate the withdrawal of the treatment
In cases of prolonged treatment
Due to the diuretic action of furosemide
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a
veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian, to
either the marketing authorisation holder or the national competent authority via the
national reporting system. See the package leaflet for respective contact details.
the animal’s condition permits, water intake should be restricted to physiologically
normal levels during treatment.
Special precautions for safe use in the target species:
As the tablets are flavoured, they should be stored in a safe place out of the reach of
animals.
Furosemide should be used with caution in case of pre-existing electrolyte and/or
water imbalance, impaired hepatic function (may precipitate hepatic coma) and
diabetes mellitus. In case of prolonged treatment, hydration status and serum
electrolytes should be monitored frequently.
1-2 days before and after commencement of treatment with diuretics and ACE
inhibitors renal function and hydration status should be monitored.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals
People with known hypersensitivity to furosemide should avoid contact with the
veterinary medicinal product. Wash hands after use.
Do not handle this product if you know you are sensitive to sulphonamides as
hypersensitivity to sulphonamides may lead to hypersensitivity to furosemide. If you
develop symptoms following exposure such as a skin rash, you should seek medical
advice and show the doctor this warning. Swelling of the face, lips or eyes or
difficulty with breathing are more serious symptoms and require urgent medical
attention.
In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical advice immediately and show the
package leaflet or the label to the physician.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.
diuretics, amphotericin B, cardiac glycosides) requires careful monitoring.
Concomitant use with aminoglycosides or cephalosporins may increase the risk of
nephrotoxicity.
Furosemide may increase the risk of sulfonamide allergy.
Furosemide may alter insulin requirements in diabetic animals.
Furosemide may reduce the excretion of NSAIDs.
The dose regimen may need to be modified for long term treatment in combination
with ACE inhibitors, depending upon the animal’s response to therapy.
Cross reactivity to sulfonamides is possible.
Any part-used tablet should be returned to the opened blister
possible.
For dogs of 15.1 to 50 kg bodyweight use Libeo 40 mg tablets.
For maintenance, the dosage should be adapted to the lowest effective dose by the
veterinarian depending on the clinical response of the dog to the therapy.
The dosage and schedule may have to be adjusted depending on the condition of
the animal.
If treatment is administered last thing at night this may result in inconvenient diuresis
overnight.
Instruction on how to divide the tablet: Put the tablet on a plain surface, with its
scored side facing the surface (convex face up). With the tip of forefinger, exert a
slight vertical pressure on the middle of the tablet to break it in its width into halves.
In order to obtain quarters, then exert a slight pressure on the middle of one half
with forefinger to break it in its length.
The tablets are flavoured and may be mixed with a small amount of food offered
prior to the main meal, or administered directly into the mouth.
3.10 Symptoms of overdose (and where applicable, emergency procedures and
antidotes)
Doses higher than recommended may cause transitory deafness, electrolyte and
water balance problems CNS effects (lethargy, coma, seizures) and cardiovascular
collapse.
Treatment should be symptomatic.
3.11 Special restrictions for use and special conditions for use, including
restrictions on the use of antimicrobial and antiparasitic veterinary
medicinal products in order to limit the risk of development of resistance
Not applicable.
3.12 Withdrawal periods
Not applicable
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This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.
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