Name:

Iron Dextran + Vitamin B12 Injection

Common Content:

5% Iron Dextran + 0.01% Vitamin B12

10% Iron Dextran + 0.01% Vitamin B12

20% Iron Dextran + 0.01% Vitamin B12 2

Common Volume:

50ml, 100ml per bottle 2

Applicable Animals:

Cattle, swine (pigs), sheep, goats, horses, camels, deer, buffalo, alpacas, yaks, and other livestock commonly raised in animal husbandry industries globally 2.

Usage and Dosage:

Please consult your veterinarian for species-specific dosage and administration. The following are general guidelines:

Piglets:
Recommended dose: 100–200 mg elemental iron per piglet, usually administered intramuscularly during the first days of life. The Vitamin B12 content supports erythropoiesis and helps prevent megaloblastic anemia.
Calves, Lambs, Goat Kids:
Dose is usually 100–200 mg elemental iron per animal, adjusted for body weight and iron/vitamin B12 deficiency status.
Other species (e.g., cattle, horses, etc.):
Dosage should be based on animal weight, age, and clinical need for iron and B12 supplementation.
Repeat administration may be needed in cases of persistent anemia or as advised by a veterinarian.

Indications and Symptoms:

Prevention and treatment of iron deficiency anemia and megaloblastic anemia caused by Vitamin B12 deficiency.
Used in periods of rapid growth, poor mother milk quality, parasitic infestations, or when clinical signs such as pallor, lethargy, poor growth, or heightened disease susceptibility are present.
Precautions:

Do not overdose; excess iron or B12 can have toxic effects.
Do not inject intravenously; only intramuscular or subcutaneous injection is recommended.
Use strict aseptic technique to minimize risk of injection site abscess or tissue staining.
Avoid simultaneous administration with other products containing iron or B12 without veterinary supervision.
Contraindications:

Animals with known hypersensitivity to iron dextran or B12.
Animals suffering from active infections or severe liver or renal disease unless under veterinary supervision.
Post-medication Care:

Monitor injection sites for swelling, pain, or abscess formation.
Observe animals for allergic or toxic reactions such as fever, hypersensitivity, or anaphylaxis.
Ensure adequate nutrition and continued monitoring for correction of anemia.
Proper disposal of used needles and vials according to veterinary waste regulations.