Colix Injection

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NSAID for the alleviation of inflammation and pain of the gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal and ocular systems and the treatment of endotoxic shock

Equine – For the alleviation of inflammation and pain associated with musculoskeletal disorders and for the alleviation of visceral
pain and inflammation associated with colic. Also aids the normalisation of peristalsis. For the treatment of inflammatory ocular
conditions such as uveitis and pre- and post-eye surgery. Flunixin also reduces the haemodynamic changes associated with
endotoxaemia/endotoxic shock.
Bovine – As an aid in the management of acute respiratory disease in cattle. As an aid in the management of “downer cow”
syndrome.
Swine – As an aid in the treatment of mastitis, metritis, agalactia syndrome (MMA or lactational failure) in sows.
Canine – As supportive therapy for arthritis, heat stroke and accident cases.
Dosage And Administration
Injection reactions may develop following intramuscular injections in horses and are best avoided.
Equine – Musculoskeletal disorders: 1.1 mg per kg (1mL/45kg) bodyweight one to two times daily by intravenous injection
injection for up to 5 days.
Alleviation of pain associated with colic – 1.1 mg per kg bodyweight I.V administration is recommended for prompt relief. May be
repeated if signs of colic recur. Cause of colic should be determined and treated with concomitant therapy.
Bovine – Infectious respiratory conditions, “downer cow” Syndrome – 2.2 mg/kg I.V. (2 mL/45kg bodyweight). Once daily dosage
for 1-3 days. Concomitant anti-infective therapy required in the presence of bacterial infections. Oxytetracycline and tylosin are
compatible with flunixin. Separate injections must be given. Footrot and musculoskeletal indications, visceral pain (colic) – 1.1mg/
kg I.M. or I.V.
Swine – MMA syndrome: 2.2 mg/kg (2 mL/45kg) by deep I.M. injection (5 cm). One or two injections twelve hours apart.
Canine – 1.1 mg per kg bodyweight I.V. (0.2 mL/9 kg bodyweight) once daily for 2-3 days. Dose rate should not be exceeded.
APVMA Approval No. 68287 (Australia) | ACVM No. A011471 (New Zealand)
Colix Injection™
NSAID for the alleviation of
inflammation and pain of the
gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal
and ocular systems and the
treatment of endotoxic shock
Active Constituent
Flunixin Meglumine equivalent to Flunixin 50 mg/mL
Pack Size
100mL Multi Dose Vial
ISSUED BY: Randlab Australia Pty Ltd
71 Milperra Road Revesby, NSW 2212, AUSTRALIA Phone: +612 9728 3505 Fax: +612 9728 4352 Website: randlab.com
POISONS INFORMATION CENTRE: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)
APVMA Approval No. 68287 (Australia) | ACVM No. A011471 (New Zealand)
Contraindications
This product is contraindicated for use in cats. The safe use of Colix in pregnant, lactating or breeding dogs has not been
established. In the absence of any specific studies in pregnant target animals such use is not recommended. Avoid intramuscular
administration in the horse. Concurrent use with other anti-inflammatory drugs should be avoided.
Trade Advice
Export slaughter interval – this product does not have an ESI established.
For advice on the ESI, contact Randlab on (02) 9534 8207 before using the product.
Meat Withholding Period: Meat (cattle, pigs) – DO NOT USE less than 7 days before slaughter for human consumption.
Meat (horses) – DO NOT USE less than 28 days before slaughter for human consumption.
Milk – Milk collected from cows within 36 hours (3 milkings) following treatment MUST NOT BE USED for human consumption or
processing. The milk should not be feed to bobby calves.
Racing/Event Withholding Period: If used in performance animals, the regulations of the relevant authorities regarding
medication should be observed.
First Aid: If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.
Phone Australia 131126 or in New Zealand 0800 764 766.
Disposal: Dispose of empty container by wrapping with paper and putting in garbage. Discarded needles/ sharps should
immediately be placed in a designated and appropriately labelled “sharps” container.
Storage: Store below 30°C (Room Temperature). Do not freeze