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Calcibel Forte, 380/60/50 mg/ml Solution for Infusion for Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Goats and Pigs

Active ingredients: Boric Acid, Calcium Gluconate Monohydrate, Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate

Form

Injection

Species

Cattle Goats Horses Pigs Sheep

Manufacturer

Bela-Pharm GmbH & Co. KG

VMD MA No.

41816/4005

What it's used for

For the treatment of hypocalcaemia in cattle

Full indications, dosage and side effects ↓
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Clinical information

Calcibel Forte, 380/60/50 mg/ml Solution for Infusion for Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Goats and Pigs — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.

For the treatment of hypocalcaemia in cattle
Administer by subcutaneous or slow intravenous injection at the following
rate:
Cattle : 150 - 500 ml
None
Provided the recommendations are followed carefully, undesirable effects
should not occur.
None

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.
No known interactions.
Do not store above 25
º
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
Meat : Zero days
Milk : Zero hours
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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