Question 1

What is Frunevetmab used for?

Accepted Answer

Frunevetmab is indicated for: Osteoarthritis pain, Osteoarthritis pain (FDA-approved).

Question 2

What routes can Frunevetmab be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: SC.

Question 3

Which species have cited Frunevetmab dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Frunevetmab dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 1 species: Cat (Domestic).

Question 4

Is Frunevetmab a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Frunevetmab is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Frunevetmab?

Accepted Answer

FDA-approved for OA pain in cats. Monthly SC injection. Very well tolerated. Injection site reactions rare. Not for use in breeding cats. Novel biologic approach.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Frunevetmab?

Accepted Answer

FDA-approved for OA pain in cats. Monthly SC injection. Very well tolerated. Injection site reactions rare. Not for use in breeding cats. Novel biologic approach.

Question 7

How does Frunevetmab work?

Accepted Answer

Felinized anti-nerve growth factor (NGF) monoclonal antibody. Binds and neutralizes NGF preventing pain signaling in osteoarthritis.

Species	Route	Dose	Frequency	Evidence	Source
Cat (Domestic)	SC	1–2.8 mg/kg	q28 days	Strong	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)	SC	2.8 mg/kg	q28 days	Strong	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

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