Glucortin-20

Aqueous solution for parenteral use.

Description

Dexamethasone is a glucocorticosteroid with a strong antiflogistic, anti-allergic and gluconeogenetic action.

Composition

Contains per ml.:
Dexamethasone base	2 mg.
Solvents ad.	1 ml.

Indications

Acetone anaemia, allergies, arthritis, bursitis, shock, and tendovaginitis in calves, cats, cattle, dogs, goats, sheep and swine.

Contra indications

Unless abortion or early parturition is required, administration of Glucortin-20 during the last trimester of gestation is contra-indicated.
Administration to animals with an impaired kidney or heart function.
Osteoporosis.

Side effects

A temporary drop in milk production in lactating animals.
Polyuria and polydypsia.
Reduced resistance against all pathogens.
Delayed wound healing.

Dosage

For intramuscular or intravenous administration:

Cattle	:	5 - 15 ml.
Calves, goats, sheep and swine	:	1 - 2.5 ml.
Dogs	:	0.25 - 1 ml.
Cats	:	0.25 ml.

Withdrawal times

- For meat	:	3 days.
- For milk	:	1 day.

Warning

Keep out of reach of children.

Packing

Vial of 50 ml.