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Gleptosil 200 mg/ml Solution for Injection

Active ingredient: Iron

Form

Injection

Species

Pigs

Manufacturer

Ceva Sante Animale

VMD MA No.

14966/3014

What it's used for

Neonatal pigs: For the prevention and treatment of iron deficiency anaemia.

Full indications, dosage and side effects ↓

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Clinical information

Gleptosil 200 mg/ml Solution for Injection — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.

Neonatal pigs:
For the prevention and treatment of iron deficiency anaemia.

Use only automatic syringe equipment
Swab the septum before use. The product is administered as a single 1
mL (200 mg iron) dose by deep intramuscular injection into the hind limb
midway between the stifle joint and the base of the tail. Injections should
be administered as follows:
FOR THE PREVENTION OF IRON DEFICIENCY ANAEMIA: not later
than the third day of life. FOR THE TREATMENT OF IRON DEFICIENCY
ANAEMIA: at the onset of clinical anaemia, normally within the first three
weeks of life.
For 100 & 250 ml plastic vials: as the vial cannot be broached more than
20 times, use of automatic syringe equipment is recommended.
For 100 ml collapsible vial: as the vial cannot be broached more than 4
times, the use of automatic syringe equipment is recommended.

None

There are normally no undesirable side effects associated with the use of
the product. Its use does not result in permanent staining of the injected
muscle tissue.

None

i) Special precautions for use in animals
Normal aseptic injection techniques should be practised.
ii) Special precautions for the person administering the veterinary
medicinal product to animals

Revised: September 2025
AN: 01751/2025
Care should be taken to avoid accidental self injection. In the
event of accidental self injection seek medical advice. Wash
hands after use.
iii) Other precautions
The sachet should not be opened until the product is required
for use.
Avoid the introduction of contamination during use.

interaction
There are no known interactions between the product and other
medicaments. There are no known other forms of interaction. Do not mix
with other products prior to administration.

MEAT AND OFFAL: ZERO DAYS.
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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.