Flunixin Injection (50 ml)

Side effects of Flunixin Injection (50 ml)

Do not administer to pregnant animals. Monitor drug compatibility closely where adjunctive therapy is required. Avoid intra-arterial injection. It is preferable that NSAIDs, which inhibit prostaglandin synthesis, are not administered to animals undergoing general anaesthesia until fully recovered. Horses intended for racing and competition should be treated according to local requirements and appropriate precautions must be taken to ensure compliance with the competition regulations. In case of doubt it is advisable to test the urine. The cause of the underlying inflammatory condition or colic should be determined and treated with appropriate concomitant therapy.Use is contra-indicated in animals suffering from cardiac, hepatic or renal disease, where there is the possibility of gastrointestinal ulceration or bleeding, where there is evidence of a blood dyscrasia or hypersensitivity to the product. Do not administer other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) concurrently or within 24 hours of each other. Some NSAIDs may be highly bound to plasma proteins and compete with other highly bound drugs which can lead to toxic effects. Use in any animal less than 6 weeks of age or in aged animals may involve an additional risk. If such use cannot be avoided animals may require a reduced dosage and careful clinical management. Avoid use in any dehydrated, hypovolaemic or hypotensive animal, as there is a potential risk of increased renal toxicity. Concurrent administration of potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be avoided. In case of spillage onto skin wash immediately with water. To avoid possible sensitisation reactions, avoid contact with the skin. Gloves should be worn during application. The product may cause reactions in sensitive individuals. If you have known hypersensitivity for non-steriodal anti-inflammatory products do not handle the product. Reactions may be serious.