Surpass Cream

Generic name: diclofenac sodium cream
Dosage form: FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY

Veterinary Package Insert

Caution:

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Description:

SURPASS topical cream contains 1% diclofenac sodium. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the phenylacetic acid class. The chemical name for diclofenac is sodium [o- (2,6-dichloroanilino)phenyl] acetate. The empirical formula is C14H10Cl2NNaO2 and the molecular weight is 318.13. SURPASS topical cream contains 1% diclofenac sodium in a base composed of Phospholipon 90H, propylene glycol, alcohol (5.94%), vitamin E acetate, benzethonium chloride and purified water in the Wisdom® liposomal formulation.

Indications:

SURPASS topical cream is indicated for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis (OA) in tarsal, carpal, metacarpophalangeal, metatarsophalangeal and proximal interphalangeal (hock, knee, fetlock and pastern) joints in horses.

Dosage and Administration:

Always provide the Client Information Sheet with the prescription.

Dosage: Apply a five-inch (5") ribbon of SURPASS topical cream twice daily over the affected joint for up to ten days.

Administration: Wear rubber gloves to prevent absorption into the hands. Rub the cream thoroughly into the hair covering the joint until it disappears.

Contraindications:

SURPASS topical cream is contraindicated in animals with known hypersensitivity to diclofenac.

Warnings:

Do not use in horses intended for human consumption.

User Safety: Keep out of reach of children. Not for human use. Consult a physician in case of accidental ingestion by humans.

Wear gloves to prevent absorption into the hands. Direct contact with the skin should be avoided. If contact occurs, the skin should be washed immediately with soap and water.

Animal Safety:For topical use in horses only. Owners should be advised to obse...