Citric Acid USP (Canada)

This page contains information on Citric Acid USP for veterinary use.
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  • Citric Acid USP Indications
  • Warnings and cautions for Citric Acid USP
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Citric Acid Usp

This treatment applies to the following species:
Manufacturer: Vétoquinol

Anhydrous

Soluble

Citric Acid USP Caution

Irritant

Description

White, fine granular, free flowing water soluble powder.

Uses

CITRIC ACID can be used as:

- Acidifying agent for water.

- To maintain water lines clear.

- To remove scale and sludge.

- To increase solubility of certain water soluble powders (e.g. tetracycline).

Citric Acid USP Indications For Use

Water Line Cleaning (maintenance)

Add 500 g of powder to 1200 L of water. For automatic proportioner: Set the apparatus to distribute 30 mL per 4 L of water (1 oz/gallon U.S.). Prepare the stock solution by dissolving 500 g of powder in 9 L of water.

Cleaning Lines

Add 750 g of powder to 610 L of water. For automatic proportioner: Set the apparatus to distribute 30 mL per 4 L of water (1 oz/gallon U.S.). Prepare the stock solution by dissolving 750 g of powder in 4.5 L of water.

Solubilizing Aid

To increase solubility of oxytetracycline or tetracycline products for water medication:

- Use 5 parts of CITRIC ACID powder added to 1 part oxytetracycline or tetracycline powder to be dissolved.

- e.g. 500 g of CITRIC ACID for each 100 g of tetracycline hydrochloride to be dissolved in the drinking water.

Storage Conditions

Protect from excessive heat and moisture.

May Irritate Eyes.

May Irritate Skin.

Do Not Get In Eyes.

Do Not Get On Skin Or Clothing.

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.

First Aid Treatment

Contains Citric acid anhydrous. If swallowed, call a Poison Control Centre or doctor immediately. Do not induce vomiting. If in eyes, rinse with water for at least 20 minutes. If on skin, rinse well with water.

Vétoquinol N.-A. Inc., 2000, ch. Georges, Lavaltrie, QC, Canada J5T 3S5

Net

Code

 

500 g

05400

654560E

Nac No.

12341113
VÉTOQUINOL CANADA INC.
2000, CHEMIN GEORGES, LAVALTRIE, QC, J5T 3S5
Telephone:   450-586-2252
Order Desk:   800-363-1700
Fax:   450-586-4649
Website:   www.vetoquinol.ca
Email:   info@vetoquinol.ca
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the Citric Acid USP information published above. However, it remains the responsibility of the readers to familiarize themselves with the product information contained on the Canadian product label or package insert.

Copyright © 2013 North American Compendiums. Updated: 2013-05-17

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