INDICATIONS:
For the correction of electrolyte depletion, metabolic acidosis and dehydration of cattle, calves, horses, sheep and swine.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION:
May be injected intravenously, subcutaneously or intraperitoneally (except in horses) using strict aseptic technique.
Cattle and Horses: 2 to 5 mL per pound of body weight depending on size and condition of animal, repeated 1 to 3 times daily or as needed.
Swine and Sheep: 2 to 5 mL per pound of body weight depending on size and condition of animal, repeated 1 to 3 times daily or as needed.
If administered subcutaneously divide the dosage into several sites of injection and massage points of injection to aid in absorption and help prevent inflammation and/or sloughing.
EACH 100 ML CONTAINS:
Sodium Chloride...................................600 mg
Sodium Lactate....................................310 mg
Potassium Chloride.................................30 mg
Calcium Chloride Dihydrate......................20 mg
Water for Injection......................................q.s.
The Calcium, Potassium and Sodium contents are approximately 2.7, 4.0, and 130 mEq/liter, respectively.
Total Osmolar Concentration: 269 mOsm per liter (calculated).
CAUTION:
Solution should be warmed to body temperature prior to administration and administered at a slow rate. This is a single dose unit. It contains no preservatives. Use entire contents when first opened.
WARNING:
Do not administer to horses by intraperitoneal injection. Do not administer to animals with inadequate renal function. Not for use in lactic acidosis.
