Ferrodex 100mg
Ferrodex 100 (iron hydrogenated dextran injection) is a sterile solution containing 100 mg/mL elemental iron, stabilized with a low molecular weight hydrogenated dextran and 0.5% phenol as a preservative. Indicated for the prevention and treatment of anemia due to iron deficiency in baby pigs. Administer IM only.
FERRODEX� 100
AgriLabs
IRON HYDROGENATED DEXTRAN INJECTION
HEMATINIC
For Prevention and Treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia in Baby Pigs
DESCRIPTION: IRON HYDROGENATED DEXTRAN INJECTION is a sterile solution containing 100 mg of elemental iron per mL, stabilized with a low molecular weight hydrogenated dextran and 0.5% phenol as a preservative.
INDICATIONS: For the prevention and treatment of anemia due to iron deficiency in baby pigs.
Iron deficiency anemia occurs commonly in the suckling pig, often within the first few days following birth. As body size and blood volume increase rapidly from the first few days following birth, hemoglobin levels in the blood fall due to diminishing iron reserves which cannot be replaced adequately from iron in the sow's milk. Thus, the need for a readily available outside source of iron is apparent. Without this additional iron many newborn pigs may develop anemia within the first few days of life. Anemia retards growth and lowers the body defenses against disease; scours, pneumonia, and other conditions may develop. Death from anemia or infections may occur, sometimes destroying entire litters.
DOSAGE: For intramuscular injection only.
For Prevention of iron deficiency anemia, administer 1 mL (100 mg iron) at 2 to 4 days of age.
PRECAUTIONS: If disease or abnormal condition is suspected, consult veterinarian before administration.
SIDE EFFECTS: Occasionally, pigs may exhibit a reaction to iron injection, clinically characterized by prostration and muscular weakness. In extreme cases, death may result.
NOTICE: The intramuscular injection of organic iron preparations into pigs beyond 4 weeks of age may cause staining of muscle tissue.
HOW SUPPLIED: 100 mL multiple dose vials.
Store at controlled room temperature between 15� and 30�C (59�-86�F).
Protect from freezing.
For Use in Animals Only
Keep Out of Reach of Children
