Banamine (Flunixin Meglumine) Injectable

Flunixin meglumine is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug approved for horses in the United States. This product is designated as a class 4 substance by the ARCI for horses.

Each milliliter of BANAMINE Injectable Solution contains flunixin meglumine equivalent to 50 mg flunixin, 0.1 mg edetate disodium, 2.5 mg sodium formaldehyde sulfoxylate, 4.0 mg diethanolamine, 207.2 mg propylene glycol; 5.0 mg phenol as preservative, hydrochloric acid, water for injection q.s.

Use as directed by veterinarian. The recommended dose for musculoskeletal disorders is 0.5 mg per pound (1 mL/100 lbs) of body weight once daily. Treatment may be given by intravenous or intramuscular injection and repeated for up to 5 days. The recommended dose for the alleviation of pain associated with equine colic is 0.5 mg per pound of body weight. Intravenous administration is recommended for prompt relief. The cause of colic should be determined and treated with concomitant therapy.

As a class, NSAID's may be associated with gastrointestinal and renal toxicity. Sensitivity to drug-associated adverse effects varies with the individual patient. Patients at greatest risk for renal toxicity are those that are dehydrated, on concomitant diuretic therapy, or those with renal, cardiovascular, and/or hepatic dysfunction. Concomitant use of BANAMINE Injectable Solution with other anti-inflammatory drugs, such as other NSAIDs and corticosteroids, should be avoided or closely monitored. Not for food producing animals.

**Does NOT include syringes with needles. You must purchase the syringes with needles for this product separately. Please consult your veterinarian for the proper product that corresponds with the dosage needed. Items for consideration are the length of the needle, the gauge of the needle, and the volume that the syringe holds should be appropriate for the volume being administered.