Also known as Hartmann's Solution.

To be supplied only on veterinary prescription.

Veterinary medicinal product authorised for use in UK and IE.

VISUAL INSPECTION

1. Ensure that the solution is clear and free from particles, and that the container is undamaged (check for leaks). If you regard the integrity of the pack as suspect, discard solution.

2. Read all precautionary notes (label and package leaflet) and check the expiry date before use.

PACK PREPARATION

1. Warm the pack to approximately 37°C.

2. Remove the pack from the protective overwrap by tearing downwards from the serrated edge.

3. Carefully straighten hanger and ports if necessary.

4. Remove the port plug protecting the sterile giving port. Do this by twisting off the top section while holding the bottom section.

5. Insert the administration set fully to produce a leak-proof connection and suspend the bag from an infusion stand.

6. An air inlet is not required.

7. Prime and regulate the administration set in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. If the administration set becomes blocked, do not pump solution back into the pack, replace equipment.

AFTER USE

1. The solution does not contain an antimicrobial preservative and is intended for single use only. Discard any unused solution.

2. Dispose of any unused product and empty containers in accordance with guidance from your local waste regulation authority.

USE OF THE COMBI PORT

The Combi port permits two Vetivex 11 Combi bags to be connected in sequence so volumes greater than 5 litres may be administered during a single transfusion. Each Combi port is protected by a snap off cover. This should be removed from each of two combi bags. One spike from each end of a double spike connector unit should be pushed firmly through the Combi port rubber septum of each of the bags. Suspend the bags (one higher than the other) from an infusion stand. To insert the administration set into the giving port of the lower bag, continue as from point 4 above.