• Primary Indication: Treatment of uncomplicated milk fever in adult cattle caused by calcium deficiency.
• Administration Routes: It can be administered intravenously (IV) or intraperitoneally (IP). Injections should be handled under strict aseptic conditions to maintain sterility.
• Dosage for Cattle: The usual dosage is 250 to 500 mL.
• Important Precautions: Monitor the animal’s condition carefully.
  • The solution should be warmed to body temperature before use and administered slowly.
  • This product contains no preservative; therefore, the entire contents should be used when first opened, and any unused portion must be discarded.
  • Do not use the solution if it appears cloudy or contains any precipitate.
  • The dosage may be repeated at 8 to 12 hour intervals if necessary, or as directed by a veterinarian.
  • Only intended for cattle use according to the manufacturer’s label.

ADMINISTRATION

• Intravenous (IV) – Preferred for Acute Cases: The solution is injected slowly into a vein, such as the jugular in cattle or a peripheral vein in dogs.
• Intraperitoneal (IP): Used as an alternative to IV.
• Subcutaneous (SC): Can be used, but must be divided over several sites to reduce irritation.
• Oral: Specialized oral calcium gluconate solutions are used as a drench or via stomach tube for cattle. 
• Warm to Body Temperature: The solution must be warmed to roughly the animal’s body temperature before injection to prevent shock.
• Administer Slowly: Rapid IV injection can cause severe cardiac issues, including arrhythmias or cardiac arrest.
• Monitor Heart Rate: Heart rate and rhythm should be monitored by auscultation or ECG during administration.