Rimadyl LA
Rimadyl LA is the NSAID product of choice for cattle, providing fast, long lasting pain and inflammation control with nil milk withhold.
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Rimadyl LA is the NSAID product of choice for cattle, providing fast, long lasting pain and inflammation control with nil milk withhold.
Rimadyl LA is an aqueous formulation containing carprofen, a non-steriodal, anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic and antipyretic properties for use in cattle and horses in combination with antibiotic therapy, as appropriate.
As with other NSAIDs the exact mode of action of carprofen has not been defined. Carprofen is a reversible inhibitor of cyclo-oxygenase and a moderate inhibitor of phospholipase A2. It has a minimal effect on those prostaglandins that are necessary for the integrity of gastrointestinal tract and renal functions.
Cattle: Rimadyl LA is indicated for the treatment of conditions characterised by inflammation including clinical signs associated with acute mastitis and respiratory disease. In respiratory disease, studies have demonstrated that carprofen has an anti-pyretic effect and significantly improves the pattern of respiration.
Horses: Rimadyl LA is indicated for the treatment of conditions such as musculoskeletal disorders and anti-inflammatory treatment after surgery.
It is necessary to determine the cause of the disease and treat as required with the appropriate antibiotic.
Nil Milk Withhold: Painful conditions can be managed with a single injection of Rimadyl LA without the risk of failing to withhold milk.
Proven Safety: In clinical studies in cattle, the product was well tolerated at up to 5 times the recommended dosage after intravenous or subcutaneous administration1. In a clinical study in horses, the product was well tolerated at up to 3 times the recommended dose daily for 5 consecutive days after intravenous administration1.
Proven efficacy for pain control: Rimadyl LA has been proven to reduce pain in a study2 in cows with acute mastitis.
Proven efficacy for inflammation control: Rimadyl LA has been proven to reduce inflammation in cattle. A reduction in inflammation aids in control of permanent tissue damage.
Longest Serum Half Life: Rimadyl LA has the longest serum half life of all NSAIDs registered for use in cattle3-7.
Longer lasting clinical efficacy: In a field trial8 of Bovine respiratory disease it has been demonstrated that a single injection of Rimadyl LA is as effective as 3 days treatment with Flunixin.
Rimadyl LA is a clear, sterile, aqueous solution for injection, containing 50mg/mL carprofen.
Rimadyl LA is packed in 50 mL multi-dose amber glass vials.
Cattle: The recommended dose is 1.4 mg/kg (1mL/35 kg) bodyweight by subcutaneous or intravenous injection as a single dose.
Withholding period: Milk - Nil Meat - 28 days
Horses: The recommended dose is 0.7 mg/kg (1mL/70 kg) bodyweight intravenous injection only. This can be repeated once after 24hrs.
Withholding period: Meat – 30 days
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Store below 25 °C (Room Temperature). Protect from light. Once broached, product is stable for use at temperatures up to 25°C for 28 days. Following withdrawal of the first dose, use the remainder within 28 days. Discard unused material.
Zoetis Animal Health New Zealand Limited. Level 5, 8 Mahuhu Crescent, Auckland 1010, New Zealand. Tel: 0800 650 277, Fax: 0800 628 629. RIMADYL is a registered trade mark of Zoetis Inc. or its subsidiaries. ACVM Registration No. A9897. RVM; Available only under Veterinary Authorisation.
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For technical enquiries please phone Zoetis Technical Services on 0800 650 277.
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