Dexadreson®
Injectable solution for short acting systemic corticosteroid therapy. Has powerful anit-inflammatory, anti-shock/stress and gluconeogenic activity.
Active Ingredients:
Contains 2mg/mL of dexamethasone (as the sodium phosphate).
Indications:
Primary Ketosis: Acetonaemia (cattle only).
Orthopaedic Conditions: Arthritis, bursitis, teno-synovitis, tendinitis, ligament and tendon strains.
Shock, Stress, Allergic Conditions, Skin Conditions: Allergic dermatitis, burns, eczema and non-specific dermatoses.
Dosage
Initial doses may be maximum or near maximum but once symptoms are controlled doses should be reduced to maintenance levels.
IV, IM, S/C | Horse, Cattle | 10-30mg |
| | Foal, Calf, Sheep, Goat, Pig | 2-5mg |
| | Dog | 0.25-2mg |
| | Cat | 0.25-0.5mg |
Intra-articular | Large Animals | 2-10mg |
The intravenous route is particularly useful when a rapid response is required. During prolonged therapy anabolic steroids should be considered to counteract any possible catabolic breakdown of tissues.
Withholding Period
Meat: 1 day (cattle), 63 days (horses and pigs) or 91 days (sheep and goats).
Milk: 2 milkings or approximately 24 hours (cows) or 35 days (sheep and goats)
Prescription Animal Remedy (P.A.R) Class I. For use only under the authority or prescription of a veterinarian.
Additional Information:
Pack Size: 50mL
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