Alvegesic Injection 10mg/ml 10ml
Duggan Veterinary Supplies
Alvegesic Injection 10mg/ml 10ml from DUGGAN VETERINARY SUPPLIES LTD is supplied as a solution for injection.
LEGAL CLASSIFICATION:POM-V
THIS MEDICINE REQUIRES A PRESCRIPTION.
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Active Ingredient(s)
Butorphanol
Pack & Presentation
Form: Solution for injection · Pack size: 10ML
Suitable Species
Cats, Dogs, Horses
Indications
HORSE As an analgesic The veterinary medicinal product is a centrally acting analgesic and may be used for the relief of moderate to severe pain in the horse. Clinical studies in the horse have shown that the veterinary medicinal product alleviates abdominal pain, associated with torsion, impaction, intussusception, parturition, and spasmodic and tympanic colic. As a sedative When given after the administration of detomidine hydrochloride: Clinical studies have shown that this combination produces a profound sedation in the horse.
Storage & Shelf Life
Do not store above 25 ºC. Protect from light. Keep the container in the outer carton.
Owner Handling & Safety
product to animals: Butorphanol has opioid-like activity. Precautions should be taken to avoid accidental injection or self-injection with this potent drug. In case of accidental self-injection, seek medical advice immediately and show the package leaflet or the label to the physician.
Contraindications & Warnings
HORSE As a sole agent and in any combination: Do not use in horses with a history of liver disease. Torbugesic/detomidine hydrochloride combination: Do not use in horses suffering from colic. Do not use in horses with a pre-existing cardiac dysrhythmia or bradycardia.
Use in Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy: Horses: Torbugesic/detomidine hydrochloride combination: Do not use during pregnancy. Torbugesic/romifidine combination: Do not use during the last month of pregnancy.
Regulatory Information
- Legal category: POM-V
- Marketing authorisation holder: Zoetis UK Limited
- MA number: Vm 42058/5176
Important Notice
The information on this page is provided for general guidance only and does not replace the advice of a qualified veterinary surgeon. Always follow the directions provided on the product packaging and by your veterinary practice. If your animal's condition does not improve, worsens, or any side effects occur, contact your veterinary surgeon immediately.
