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Cal-Dextro® (Calcium)


Product Description: This is a solution containing calcium, dextrose (sugar), phosphorus, and magnesium.

Indications for Use: Cal-Dextro is to be used in weak or down cows suffering from grass tetany.

Dosage and administration: Slowly, administer the entire bottle (500 mL) IV. (If necessary a second bottle can be given with caution). Contents should be administered using aseptic conditions (see precautions).

Packaging: This product comes in 500 mL bottles.

Precautions and Side Effects: A second bottle of calcium can be administered slowly if the condition of the cow does not significantly improve with the first bottle. The animal’s heart should be carefully monitored with a stethoscope throughout administration of the second bottle of Cal-Dextro. If irregular or skipped beats occur, discontinue administration immediately! Death can occur if calcium is given too quickly.

Storage and Shelf Life: Keep in a cool, dry place. Use entire contents after opening bottle.

Meat Withholding: None

Drug Type: Rx

Manufacturer: Fort Dodge

Similar Products: CMPK and Norcalciphos, but Cal-Dextro actually contains lesser amounts of phosphorus and magnesium.