Vetivex 1 (9 mg/ml) Solution for Infusion for Cattle, Horses, Dogs and Cats

None.

Special precautions for safe use in the target species:
Do not use unless the solution is clear, free from visible particles and the container is
undamaged.
Sodium overload may occur in animals with cardiac or renal impairment. It should be
noted that
sodium excretion may be impaired post-surgery/trauma.
A risk of thrombosis with intravenous infusion should be considered.
Maintain aseptic precautions.
The veterinary medicinal product should be warmed to approximately 37 °C prior to
the administration of large volumes, or if the administration rate is high, in order to
avoid hypothermia.
Use with caution in animals with hypokalaemia.
Serum electrolyte levels, water and acid-base balance and the clinical condition of
the animal should be closely monitored during the treatment in order to prevent
overdose, particularly in cases of renal or metabolic changes.
This veterinary medicinal product should not be used for longer than is necessary to
correct and sustain circulating volume. This solution does not contain the appropriate
electrolyte balance for longer term maintenance fluid administration.
Inappropriate/excessive use may worsen or create a metabolic acidosis.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals
Not applicable.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.