Canine parvovirus, or parvo, is one of the most common causes of illness and death in dogs worldwide.1 While vaccination can help prevent parvo, there have been no antiviral treatment options for dogs who become infected — until now. Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody (CPMA) is the first and only USDA-conditionally approved, one-dose parvovirus treatment.
Think your dog might have parvovirus? Treatment can’t wait.
Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious disease that destroys the intestinal lining. It can be fatal if not treated quickly. Puppies are at high risk for parvo until they have been fully vaccinated, and unvaccinated dogs are also at risk. If you notice any of the following signs, call your veterinarian immediately and ask about canine parvovirus and CPMA as a potential treatment.
Lack of appetite
Vomiting
Hemorrhagic diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Lethargy
Fever
Introducing the first and only one-dose canine parvovirus treatment
One dose
With just one intravenous dose, CPMA may shorten the course of the disease and improve the outcome.
Proven effective
A study of infected dogs who were treated with CPMA showed significantly faster resolution of symptoms, including vomiting, lethargy, and lack of appetite.
Well tolerated in puppies as young as 6 weeks of age
In a safety study of 147 healthy dogs who received CPMA, CPMA was well tolerated. If a reaction occurred, it was generally mild and recovered within one day.
May help dogs get home sooner
Use of CPMA may help decrease hospitalization time for parvovirus treatment.
Call your veterinarian right away if you think your dog may have parvovirus — and ask about CPMA by Elanco.
Learn more about parvovirus in dogs
What is parvovirus and what does it do?
Parvo is a highly contagious, potentially fatal disease that prevents cells of the intestinal lining from absorbing nutrients, retaining fluids and fighting bacterial infection. It can also target the bone marrow, destroy immune cells and invade the heart cells.
How do dogs get parvovirus?
Dogs can get parvo from direct dog-to-dog contact or through exposure to vomit, feces or objects that could carry infection, such as toys or clothing. Puppies 6 weeks to 6 months of age and unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated dogs are most at risk. And even with early vaccination, some dogs may still become infected.
How is parvovirus diagnosed and treated?
To diagnose parvovirus, your veterinarian will likely conduct a physical exam, fecal tests, blood tests and potentially other tests. Traditionally, treatment for parvovirus in dogs has required several days of managing symptoms at a veterinary clinic or hospital.
How does CPMA work?
CPMA mimics a dog’s natural antibodies. With just one dose, it binds to parvovirus and neutralizes it before the virus can enter the cell, essentially delivering an immediate defense against parvovirus and helping dogs feel better faster.
Vaccination is key to protecting your pet
The canine parvovirus vaccine has been recognized as a core vaccine by the American Animal Hospital Association Canine Vaccination Guidelines.10 Effective vaccination with products such as TruCan™ Ultra DAP and TruCan™ DAPPi can help prevent parvovirus infection. Ask your veterinarian for more information.
