Electrolyte Solution with Dextrose

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Electrolyte Solution with Dextrose

This treatment applies to the following species:

Company: VetTek

Dura-Ster TS

TERMINALLY STERILIZED

Electrolyte Solution with Dextrose Caution

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

Composition

Each 500 mL of sterile aqueous solution contains:

Dextrose • H₂O	12.50 g
Sorbitol	12.50 g
Sodium Lactate	3.95 g
Sodium Chloride	2.40 g
Potassium Chloride	0.37 g
Magnesium Chloride • 6H₂O	0.21 g
Calcium Chloride • 2H₂O	0.19 g

Milliequivalents Per Liter

Cations

Sodium	153 mEq/L
Potassium	9 mEq/L
Calcium	6 mEq/L
Magnesium	4 mEq/L

Anions

Chloride	101 mEq/L
Lactate	71 mEq/L
Osmolarity (calc.):	602 mOsmol/L

Store between 15°C and 30°C (59°F-86°F)

Electrolyte Solution with Dextrose Indications

For use in conditions associated with fluid and electrolyte loss, such as dehydration, shock, vomiting and diarrhea, particularly when an immediate source of energy is also indicated.

Contraindications

Do not administer intraperitoneally to horses.

Electrolyte Solution with Dextrose Caution

This product contains no preservatives. Use entire contents when first opened. Discard any unused solution.

Dosage and Administration

Warm solution to body temperature and administer slowly (10 to 30 mL per minute) by intravenous or intraperitoneal injection, using strict aseptic procedures.

Adult Cattle and Horses - 1000 to 2000 mL

Calves, Ponies, and Foals - 500 to 1000 mL

Adult Sheep and Swine - 500 to 1000 mL

These are suggested dosages. The actual amount and rate of fluid administration must be judged by the veterinarian in relation to the condition being treated and the clinical response of the animal, being careful to avoid overhydration.

Manufactured for: VetTek, Blue Springs, MO 64014

Net Contents:	NDC
1000 mL (33.8 fl. oz.)	60270-130-20	ISS19XB04

CPN: 1420007.6

VET TEK, INC.
100 S.E. MAGELLAN DRIVE, BLUE SPRINGS, MO, 64014

Telephone:		816-229-9101
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