Target species
Cattle, calves, horses, dogs and cats.
Indications for use
This product is administered by intravenous infusion for maintenance therapy of dehydration in cattle, calves, horses, dogs and cats. It should be used once the underlying fluid balance has been restored.
Special precautions for use in animals
Sodium overload may occur in animals with cardiac or renal impairment. It should be noted that sodium excretion may be impaired post-surgery/trauma.
Administration of this product to diabetic animals must be conducted with extreme caution.
The solution should ideally be warmed to approximately 37°C prior to the administration of large volumes, or if the administration rate is high, in order to avoid hypothermia.
This product should not be used for prolonged periods of time unless there is continuing excessive loss of electrolytes, as it may provoke hypokalaemia.
Adverse reactions
There is a risk of thrombosis with intravenous infusion.
Excessive infusion rates can cause restlessness, moist lung sounds, tachycardia, tachypnoea, nasal discharge, coughing, vomiting and diarrhoea.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Use under veterinary supervision.
Amounts to be administered and administration route
Intravenous administration.
Do not use unless the solution is clear, free from visible particles and the container is undamaged.
The product does not contain an antimicrobial preservative. It is intended for single use only and any unused contents should be discarded.
The solution should ideally be warmed to approximately 37°C prior to administration.
The volume and rate of infusion will depend upon the clinical condition, existing deficits of the animal, maintenance needs and continuing losses.
Generally, recommended dose for maintenance therapy: 50 ml per kg body weight per day.
The infusion rate should be decreased in the presence of cardiac and pulmonary disease.
The maximum recommended infusion rate is 12 ml/kg/hour, otherwise it is liable to cause glycosuria and osmotic diuresis.
Overdose
Monitor fluid output and blood glucose. The administration of a diuretic may be necessary.
Withdrawal periods
Meat and offal: Zero days
Milk: Zero hours