DOLETHAL

Dolethal solution for injectionCattle Benzyl alcohol Ponceau 4R (E124) Ponceau 4R Pentobarbital sodium Small animals
SUMMARY OF PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

Dolethal contains pentobarbital sodium BP 20%. For euthanasia of small animals (mainly dogs and cats) and cattle.

This is a POM-V product: for DOLETHAL

Dolethal solution for injection
Cattle Benzyl alcohol Ponceau 4R (E124) Ponceau 4R Pentobarbital sodium Small animals
SUMMARY OF PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

1. NAME OF THE VETERINARY MEDICINAL PRODUCT

Dolethal solution for injection

2. QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION

Per ml

Pentobarbital sodium 200.00 mg

Other constituents include:

Benzyl alcohol 10.40 mg
Ponceau 4R (E124) 0.01 mg

For a full list of excipients, see section 6.1

3. PHARMACEUTICAL FORM DOLETHAL

A pink liquid solution for injection

4. CLINICAL PARTICULARS for DOLETHAL

4.1 Target species

Small animals and cattle.

4.2 Indications for use, specifying the target species

For euthanasia of small animals (mainly dogs and cats) and cattle.

4.3 Contra-indications

Not to be used in animals intended for animal consumption. Do not use for anaesthesia.

4.4 Special warnings for each target species

None

4.5 Special precautions for use
Special precautions for use in animals

Any volume administered outside the vein will reduce the efficacy of the dose.

Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals

Wear suitable protective gloves when handling the product. Avoid accidental self-administration and self-injection.

In the case of accidental self-administration, by injection, ingestion or skin absorption, seek URGENT medical attention, advising medical service of barbiturate poisoning.

In the event of an accident the following action should be taken:

Skin-Wash immediately with water and then thoroughly with soap and water.

Eyes- Wash immediately with cold water and obtain medical attention.

Ingestion- Obtain medical attention immediately. Wash out mouth. Keep warm and rest.

Accidental self-injection- Obtain URGENT medical attention, advising medical services of barbiturate poisoning. Do not leave patient unattended.

Advice to Doctor- Maintain airways and give symptomatic and supportive treatment.

4.6 Adverse reactions (frequency and seriousness)

None