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POM-V Prescription Required Companion Animal

Pardale-V 400 mg/9 mg Tablets

Active ingredients: Codeine Phosphate, Paracetamol

Form

Tablet

Species

Dogs

Manufacturer

Dechra Regulatory B.V.

VMD MA No.

50406/5027

What it's used for

pain of traumatic origin, as a complementary treatment in pain associated with other conditions, and post operative analgesia.

Full indications, dosage and side effects ↓
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Clinical information

Pardale-V 400 mg/9 mg Tablets — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.

pain of traumatic origin, as a complementary treatment in pain associated with other
conditions, and post operative analgesia.
Small dogs (up to 6 kg bodyweight): ½ tablet every 8 hours
Medium dogs (6 – 18 kg bodyweight): ½ - 1½ tablets every 8 hours
Large dogs (18 - 42 kg bodyweight): 1½ - 3½ tablets every 8 hours
Treat for a maximum of 5 days.
Do not exceed stated dose or duration of treatment.
Use is contraindicated in animals suffering from cardiac, hepatic or renal disease, where
there is a possibility of gastrointestinal ulceration or bleeding, or where there is evidence of a
blood dyscrasia or hypersensitivity to the product.
Do not use this product for cats.
Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substances or any of the excipients.
Dogs:
Very rare
(<1 animal / 10,000 animals
treated, including isolated
reports):
Constipation
a
, Vomiting
b
, Diarrhoea
b

Lethargy, Anorexia
a
Due to codeine content.
b
Transient.
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 its local representative or the national competent authority
via the national reporting system. See the package leaflet for respective contact details.
Seek veterinary advice if the treated condition does not improve or worsens during treatment,
or if any side-effects or adverse reactions are experienced.

Special precautions for safe use in the target species:
Use in animals less than 6 weeks of age or in aged animals may involve additional risk. If
such use cannot be avoided, animals may require a reduced dosage and careful clinical
management.
Avoid use in dehydrated, hypovolaemic or hypotensive animals, as there is a potential risk of
increased renal toxicity.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product
to animals
This product may cause hypersensitivity (allergic) reactions in some people.
People with known hypersensitivity to codeine, paracetamol, or povidone should handle the
product with care.
Allergic reaction to these substances may occasionally be serious. Do not handle this product
if you know you are sensitive. If you develop symptoms following exposure, such as a skin
rash, you should seek medical advice and show the physician this warning.
Accidental ingestion by children may lead to constipation, nausea, light-headedness, and/or
sedation. Take care not to leave tablets within children’s reach while preparing to administer
the product. In case of accidental ingestion, particularly by a child, seek medical advice and
show the physician this warning.
Return any unused whole or half tablets to the packaging provided and store out of the sight
and reach of children.
Wash hands after use.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.
Concurrent administration of potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be avoided
Do not store above 25 °C.
Not applicable.

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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