Pergoquin 1 mg Tablets for Horses

Appropriate endocrinologic laboratory tests should be conducted as well as
evaluation of clinical signs in order to establish a diagnosis of PPID.

Revised: January 2025
AN: 00986/2024

i). Special precautions for use in animals
As the majority of cases of PPID are diagnosed in aged horses, other
pathological processes are frequently present. For monitoring and frequency
of testing, see section 4.9.
ii). Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary
medicinal product to animals
This veterinary medicinal product may cause eye irritation, an irritating smell,
or headache after dividing the tablets. Avoid contact with the eyes and
inhalation when handling the tablets. Minimise exposure risks when dividing
or dissolving tablets, e.g. tablets should not be crushed.
In case of contact with skin, wash exposed skin with water. In the event of
eye exposure, flush the affected eye immediately with water and seek
medical advice. For nasal irritation, move to fresh air and seek for medical
attention if breathing difficulty develops.
This product may cause hypersensitivity (allergy) reactions. People with
known hypersensitivity to pergolide or other ergot derivatives should avoid
contact with the veterinary medicinal product.
This product may cause adverse effects due to decreased prolactin levels,
which poses a particular risk to pregnant and lactating women. Pregnant or
lactating women should avoid dermal contact or hand-to-mouth contact by
wearing gloves when administering the product.
Accidental ingestion, especially by children, may cause vomiting, dizziness,
tiredness, or low blood pressure. To avoid accidental ingestion, carefully
keep the product out of reach and sight of children. Tablet parts should be
returned to the open blister space. Blisters should be inserted back into the
outer packaging and kept in a safe place. In case of accidental ingestion,
seek medical advice immediately and show the package leaflet or the label to
the physician.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands after use.
iii). Other precautions
Not applicable