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Twiga Dex 0.2% is a high-potency, fast-acting synthetic corticosteroid solution designed for anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, and anti-shock treatment in animals.
It is generally used to treat acute conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, dermatitis, and various allergic conditions in cattle, horses, sheep, goats, pigs, dogs, and cats.
Active Ingredient: Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate (0.2= 2mg/mL).
Indications
Dexamethasone 0.2% injection is indicated for:
- Musculoskeletal Conditions: Arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, sprains, and carpitis.
- Allergic Reactions: Allergic rhinitis, urticaria, acute eczema, and respiratory inflammation.
- Acute Shock/Stress: Cardiovascular shock, severe infection (pneumonia, metritis), and heat exhaustion.
- Metabolic Diseases: Primary ketosis (acetonemia) in cattle.
- Induction of Parturition: Used in sheep and cattle to induce labor
Contraindications and Warnings
- Pregnancy: Generally contraindicated in the last stage of pregnancy due to risks of abortion or premature parturition.
- Withdrawal Period: Meat: Typically 7 days; Milk: Typically 3 days.
- Infections: Should not be used in animals with viral or fungal infections unless accompanied by specific treatment
Dosage and Administration
- Route: Intravenous (IV) or intramuscular (IM) injection.
- Cattle, Horses, Camels: 5-10 mL (based on standard veterinary data).
- Calves, Sheep, Goats: 1-3 mL.
- Dogs, Cats: 0.1-1 mL.
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