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Vitofyllin 100 mg Film-coated Tablets for Dogs

Active ingredient: Propentofylline

Form

Tablet

Species

Dogs

Manufacturer

WDT-Wirtschaftsgenossenschaft deutscher Tieraerzte eG

VMD MA No.

32829/5001

What it's used for

For the improvement of peripheral and cerebral vascular blood circulation. For improvement in dullness, lethargy and overall demeanour in dogs.

Full indications, dosage and side effects ↓
View official SPC (PDF)

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Paying less for Propentofylline

  1. 1

    Ask your vet for a written prescription

    They must provide one on request. Under the CMA Order the fee is capped at £21 from 2027.

  2. 2

    Fill it at a registered online retailer

    The CMA found online pharmacies 50–60% cheaper than practice dispensing on common medicines — typically £200–£300 a year.

Prescription required

Your vet must provide a written prescription on request. You can then purchase from any licensed online retailer.

Clinical information

Vitofyllin 100 mg Film-coated Tablets for Dogs — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.

For the improvement of peripheral and cerebral vascular blood circulation. For
improvement in dullness, lethargy and overall demeanour in dogs.
Refer to section 4.7
Do not use in dogs weighing less than 5 kg.
Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the
excipients.
Dogs:
Rare
(1 to 10 animals / 10,000
animals treated)
Allergic skin reactions*, vomiting*, cardiac
disorder*
*In these cases, the treatment should be stopped.
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 also the last section of the
package leaflet for contact details.
UK national contact details: national system details. https://www.gov.uk/report-
veterinary-medicine-problem.
None.

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i) Special precautions for use in animals
Specific diseases (e.g. kidney disease) should be treated accordingly.
Consideration should be given to rationalising the medication of dogs already
receiving treatment for congestive heart failure or bronchial disease.
In the case of renal failure, the dose should be reduced
ii) Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary
medicinal product to animals
Care should be taken to avoid accidental ingestion.
In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical advice immediately and show the
package leaflet or the label to the physician.
Wash hands after use.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.
None known.

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Store in the original blister package.
Keep the blister packs in the outer carton.
Store in a dry place.

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Divided tablets should be stored in the blister pack.
Not applicable.
5.

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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