Animalintex Hoof Treatment Poultice
Active ingredient: Boric Acid
Form
Poultice
Species
Manufacturer
Robinson Healthcare Ltd
VMD MA No.
19434/5000
What it's used for
For the treatment of hypocalcaemia in cattle
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Animalintex Hoof Treatment Poultice — SPC Details
Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.
rate:
Cattle : 150 - 500 ml
should not occur.
i. Special precautions for use in animals
The solution should be warmed to body temperature before
administration. Intravenous injections should be given slowly.
Observe aseptic precautions
Revised: June 2010
ATCVet code amended
ii. Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the
veterinary medicinal product to animals
Care should be taken to avoid accidental self-injection: may cause
irritation at site of injection.
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C. Protect from light.
The product does not contain an antimicrobial preservative. The product is
intended for single use only. Any product remaining in the bottle after
withdrawal of the required dose should be discarded
5.
This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.
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POM-VPSNorbrook Laboratories Limited
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POM-VInterchemie Werken De Adelaar Eesti AS
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