{"product_id":"galastop-oral-solution-for-dogs-50-mcg-ml","title":"Galastop Oral Solution for Dogs 50 mcg\/ml","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1400px; margin: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1100px; margin: auto; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalastop 50 micrograms\/ml Oral Solution for Dogs\u003c\/strong\u003e contains the active substance \u003cstrong\u003ecabergoline\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a prescription-only veterinary medicine used in dogs for the treatment of false pregnancy, also known as pseudopregnancy or phantom pregnancy, and for suppression of lactation where clinically indicated by a veterinary surgeon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFalse pregnancy is a common hormonal condition that can occur in entire female dogs following a season. Affected dogs may produce milk, mother toys, show nesting behaviour, become restless or anxious, and develop enlarged mammary glands. Although many cases resolve naturally, some dogs develop significant clinical signs that require veterinary assessment and treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalastop is supplied as an oral solution and should only be used under veterinary direction following appropriate assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Galastop Used For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalastop is used in dogs for the treatment of false pregnancy and for suppression of lactation when this is considered clinically appropriate by a veterinary surgeon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFalse pregnancy usually develops several weeks after a season and is linked to normal hormonal changes in the reproductive cycle. In some dogs, the signs can become severe enough to cause distress, discomfort or problematic milk production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Cabergoline?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabergoline is a dopamine agonist. It acts by reducing prolactin secretion from the pituitary gland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProlactin is the hormone primarily responsible for milk production and plays an important role in the development and maintenance of false pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy reducing prolactin levels, cabergoline helps resolve the clinical signs associated with pseudopregnancy and lactation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Signs of False Pregnancy in Dogs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #eef3f8; padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"columns: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNesting behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMothering toys or objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMammary enlargement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilk production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestlessness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced appetite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased appetite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBehavioural changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhining or anxiety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome dogs show only mild behavioural changes, while others develop marked mammary development, substantial milk production or significant distress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen Might Treatment Be Recommended?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany cases of false pregnancy are mild and may resolve without specific treatment. However, veterinary surgeons may recommend treatment when clinical signs are causing significant distress, when substantial milk production is present, or where suppression of lactation is clinically indicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreatment decisions should always be based on individual clinical assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMonitoring During Treatment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDogs receiving treatment for pseudopregnancy should be monitored for improvement in behavioural signs, mammary gland enlargement and milk production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour veterinary surgeon may recommend further assessment if signs persist, worsen or recur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Prescription Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalastop is classified as a \u003cstrong\u003ePOM-V\u003c\/strong\u003e veterinary medicine. A valid veterinary prescription is required before this medicine can be supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease follow the dosage and administration instructions provided by your veterinary surgeon. Do not alter, stop or restart treatment without veterinary advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Information and SPC\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor full prescribing information, warnings, contraindications and administration guidance, please consult the official Summary of Product Characteristics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.noahcompendium.co.uk\/?id=-474226\u0026amp;fromsearch=true#iosfirsthighlight\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: #143a5f; font-weight: 600;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e View the Galastop SPC \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Galastop used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalastop is used in dogs for the treatment of false pregnancy and for suppression of lactation where clinically indicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the active ingredient in Galastop?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe active substance is cabergoline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Galastop prescription only?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Galastop is a POM-V veterinary medicine and requires a valid veterinary prescription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is false pregnancy in dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFalse pregnancy, also known as pseudopregnancy or phantom pregnancy, is a hormonal condition that can occur in entire female dogs following a season. Signs may include nesting behaviour, milk production, mammary enlargement and behavioural changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan false pregnancy happen after every season?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome dogs experience repeated episodes after multiple seasons. Your veterinary surgeon can advise on suitable long term management options if false pregnancy becomes recurrent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I contact my vet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact your veterinary surgeon if your dog has marked mammary enlargement, milk production, discomfort, behavioural changes, reduced appetite, lethargy or recurrent signs after a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CEVA","offers":[{"title":"7ml Bottle","offer_id":62377711403338,"sku":"GALASTOP-50UGML-7","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"15ml Bottle","offer_id":62377711436106,"sku":"GALASTOP-50UGML-15","price":63.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/0033\/5178\/files\/vetalia-galastop-50ngml-7.png?v=1781695855","url":"https:\/\/www.vetalia.co.uk\/products\/galastop-oral-solution-for-dogs-50-mcg-ml","provider":"Vetalia ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}