Hippiron Iron Injection for Horses

INDICATIONS

For the treatment of anaemia in racing and sporting horses due to iron deficiency.

High haemoglobin concentrations are important to achieve top racing results. The increased physical activity of racing and sport horses is associated with increased iron requirements. Long periods of strenuous exercise and racing depletes iron reserves resulting in iron deficiency. 

DESCRIPTION:

A brownish pyrogen free sterile alkaline solution. Iron (Fe) 20mg/mL as Ferric-Hydroxide-Sucrose compound.

MODE OF ACTION:

When injected Hippiron breaks down into carbohydrates and trivalent Iron Hydroxide which is stored in the form of Ferritin (depot iron) in the liver; from there it is transported in the form of transferrin to the site of erythropoiesis (where red blood cells are formed).

Increased oxygen transport from lungs to muscles contributes to athleticism and sustained muscular activity.

DOSAGE

By intravenous injection only. Foals 10mL(200mg) per week, Adults & Yearlings 20mL (400mg) per week. The frequency and length of treatment will depend on the severity of the iron deficiency.

WARNING

In extremely rare instances an anaphylactic reaction can occur. Appropriate treatment for anaphylactic shock should be instituted. The safety of Hippiron in horses has be reported in a number of studies. 

STORAGE 

Store below 25°C (Air Conditioning). Protect from light. Do not refrigerate.

PRESENTATION

20 mL vial. Complete contents of vial to be used in one injection. Any unused portion to be discarded.