Name:

Irondextran Injection

Common Content:

5%; 10%; 20%

Common Volume:

50ml, 100ml per bottle

Applicable Animals:

Cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, horses, camels, deer, buffalo, alpacas, yaks, as well as other livestock raised in animal husbandry industries worldwide.

Usage and Dosage:

Dosages should always be determined by a veterinarian based on the species, age, and condition of the animal. Below is a general guideline:

Piglets:
Common practice is 100–200 mg elemental iron per piglet, usually administered intramuscularly within the first few days of life.
Calves, Lambs, Goat Kids:
Dose according to veterinary advice; typically 100–200 mg elemental iron per animal.
Other Species (Cattle, Horses, etc.):
Dose should be adjusted according to body weight and iron deficiency status.
Repeat administration may be necessary if anemia persists. Always follow professional veterinary guidance.

Indications and Symptoms:

Prevention and treatment of iron deficiency anemia, particularly in young or rapidly growing animals.
Typical symptoms include pallor of mucous membranes, lethargy, rapid heartbeat, poor growth, and increased susceptibility to disease.
Precautions:

Avoid overdose; excessive iron can be toxic.
Do not administer intravenously.
Ensure proper injection technique to reduce risk of muscle damage or abscess formation.
Do not mix with other drugs in the same syringe or bottle.
Contraindications:

Animals with known hypersensitivity to iron dextran or history of allergic reactions to injectable iron.
Animals with active infections or those suffering from severe liver or kidney disease, unless under strict veterinary supervision.
Post-medication Care:

Monitor for signs of adverse reactions at the injection site and for systemic allergic or toxic responses (e.g., shock, swelling).
Support good nutrition and provide appropriate follow-up to confirm correction of anemia.
Dispose of used needles and vials safely.