DEXACIN 2
DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJECTION B.P.
DEXACIN 2 can be used as an anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic agent in Cattle, Goats, Sheep, Dogs and Cats and for the treatment of primary ketosis in Cattle.
Category
Veterinary Medicines, Liquid Injections
Pack Size
50 ml, 100 ml
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Contact supportCOMPOSITION
Each ml contains :
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate
B.P.
eq. Dexamethasone phosphate
2 mg
Methyl Hydroxybenzoate (As preservative)
B.P. 0.15% w/v
Propyl Hydroxybenzoate (As preservative)
B.P. 0.02% w/v
Water for Injection
B.P. q.s.
INDICATION
Dexamethasone may be used whenever a parenteral corticosteroid preparation giving a medium duration of activity is indicated. It can be used as an anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic agent in Cattle, Goats, Sheep, Dogs and Cats and for the treatment of primary ketosis in Cattle. The product can also be used to induce parturition in Cattle. Dexamethasone is suitable for treatment of acetone anaemia, allergies, arthritis, bursitis, shock and tendovaginitis.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Unless abortion or early parturition is required, administration of DEXACIN 2 during the last trimester of gestation is contra-indicated. Administration to animals with an impaired renal or heart function. Osteoporosis.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
For Intramuscular or Intravenous administration.
| SPECIES | DOSE |
|---|---|
| Cattle | 5 - 15 ml |
| Calves, Goats and Sheep | 1 - 2.5 ml |
| Dogs | 0.25 - 1 ml |
| Cats | 0.25 ml |
WITHDRAWAL PERIOD
WITHDRAWAL PERIOD :
| TYPE/SPECIES | PERIOD |
|---|---|
| For meat | 3 days |
| For milk | 1 day |