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.
