Details

Specifications

Lactated Ringers Electrolyte Injectable Bottle is an injectable liquid that contains sodium, potassium, and other electrolytes. It is used in situations where rehydration is necessary. Examples of this include shock, decreased oral intake of fluid and food, illness such as kidney disease, and other problems. Lactated Ringers is administered as an injection either under the skin (subcutaneously) or in the vein (intravenously) as directed by your veterinarian. This solution can be given at home as necessary and your veterinarian can teach you the proper administration technique.

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Uses

For the correction of electrolyte depletion, metabolic acidosis and dehydration of dogs, cats and horses.

Possible Side Effects

Possible side effects may include febrile response, infection at the site of injection, venous thrombosis or phlebitis extending from the site of injection, extravasation, and hypervolemia. If an adverse reaction does occur, discontinue the infusion, evaluate the pet, institute appropriate therapeutic countermeasures, and save the remainder of the fluid for examination if deemed necessary.

Drug & Food Interactions

Inform your veterinarian of any other medications, vitamins and supplements your pet is currently taking before using Lactated Ringers. Some injectable medications are not compatible with this medication.

Precautions

This medication should be used cautiously in animals with heart disease, obstruction of the urinary tract, kidney disease, as this may lead to overhydration.. Solution should be warmed to body temperature prior to administration and administered at a slow rate. This is a single dose unit. It contains no preservatives. Use entire contents when first opened.Do not administer to horses by intraperitoneal injection. Do not administer to animals with inadequate renal function. Not for use in lactic acidosis.

Ingredients

Each 100 mL contains: 600 mg Sodium Chloride, 310 mg Sodium Lactate, 30 mg Potassium Chloride, 20 mg Calcium Chloride Dihydrate, q.s Water for Injection.

Instructions

Recommended Dosage

Follow your veterinarian's advice for dosage instructions

Storage Instructions

Talk to your veterinarian or refer to the packaging insert for specific storage instructions.