RWR DIURETIC INJECTION
Ammonium chloride is an acid forming salt which acts as an ‘osmotic’ diuretic. Osmotic diuretics increase urine formation by exceeding the capacity of the renal tubules to reabsorb various electrolytes, notably chloride, resulting in excess electrolytes (mainly sodium and chloride) appearing in the urine accompanied by an increased volume of water.
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WHY WOULD I USE RWR DIURETIC INJECTION?
When given intravenously, ammonium chloride has a capacity to provide a rapid onset of mild transient diuresis. It can be used alone for diuretic effect, or in conjunction with mercurial diuretics (the action of which it potentiates).
WHAT IS IN THE PRODUCT?
Ammonium chloride also has expectorant properties and systemic and urinary acidifying properties in a number of species. It is metabolised in the liver to form urea and hydrochloric acid.
HOW DO I USE RWR DIURETIC INJECTION?
DOSAGE and Administration
Adult horses: 450 to 500kg bodyweight. 50ml, i.e. 0.6mg/kg. Administer by slow intravenous injection under the direction of a veterinary surgeon.
Withholding Periods
Meat. Nil.
Racing. The regulations of the relevant racing performance horse authorities regarding medication should be observed.
Storage
Store below 25oC (air conditioning). Protect from light.
APVMA Number
90368/128685.
Presentation
Injectable solution: 50ml.
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
Ammonium chloride 5.4mg/ml
