Dexamethasone Solution 2mg/ml - 100 ml Vial

Dexamethasone Solution 2mg/ml

Anti-Inflammatory and/or Glucocorticoid

Dexamethasone Injection is a synthetic analogue of prednisolone, having similar but more potent anti-inflammatory therapeutic action and diversified hormonal and metabolic effects. Modification of the basic corticoid structure as achieved in dexamethasone offers enhanced anti-inflammatory effect compared to older corticosteroids. The dosage of dexamethasone required is markedly lower than that of prednisone and prednisolone. Similar to prednisone, but more potent that prednisolone.

• Supportive therapy
• Bovine Ketosis
• Equine musculoskeletal inflammations
• 100 mL per vial
• Prescription required

Usual Dose
Dexamethasone should be prescribed individually based on the severity of the condition being treated, anticipated duration of steroid therapy, and the animal’s threshold or tolerance for steroid excess.

·         Bovine - 5 to 20 mg intravenously or intramuscularly

·         Equine - 2.5 to 5 mg intravenously or intramuscularly

Precautions

• All animals receiving Dexamethasone should be under close observation
• Overdosage may result in sodium retention, fluid retention, potassium loss, and weight gain
• Depending on dose and duration, usage may result in the inhibition of endogenous steroid production following drug withdrawal
• Talk to your vet if you animal is pregnant or lactating
• May cause laminitis in horses

Active Ingredient(s)

Dexamethasone (2mg), Polyethylene Glycol (400 500mg), and Benzyl Alcohol (9mg)