VITAJECT C VITAMIN C STERILE INJECTION
Country: Australia
Language: English
Source: APVMA (Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority)
Patient Information leaflet
(PIL)
20-12-2021
Summary of Product characteristics
(SPC)
01-07-2013
Active ingredient:
VITAMIN C = ASCORBIC ACID
Available from:
ELANCO AUSTRALASIA PTY LTD
INN (International Name):
ascorbic acid(500mg/mL)
Pharmaceutical form:
PARENTERAL LIQUID/SOLUTION/SUSPENSION
Composition:
VITAMIN C = ASCORBIC ACID VITAMIN-C Active 500.0 mg/ml
Units in package:
20mL; 50mL
Class:
VM - Veterinary Medicine
Manufactured by:
BAYER AUSTRALIA
Therapeutic group:
DOG | GUINEA PIG | HORSE | BITCH | CASTRATE | COLT | DONKEY | ENDURANCE HORSE | FILLY | FOAL | GELDING | GUINEA PIG - ADULT | HI
Therapeutic area:
NUTRITION & METABOLISM
Therapeutic indications:
VITAMIN | BIOTIN DEFICIENCIES | DETOXIFYING AGENT | ERYTHROPOIETIC ACTIVITY | STAMINA | VITAMIN A | VITAMIN B | VITAMIN C | VITAMIN D | VITAMIN DEFICIENCIES | VITAMIN E | VITAMIN K
Product summary:
Poison schedule: 0; Withholding period: WHP: Nil.; Host/pest details: DOG: [VITAMIN]; GUINEA PIG: [VITAMIN]; HORSE: [VITAMIN]; Poison schedule: 0; Withholding period: ; Host/pest details: DOG: [VITAMIN]; GUINEA PIG: [VITAMIN]; HORSE: [VITAMIN]; For the prevention and treatment of vitamin C deficiency where dietary intake may be inadequate in horses and dogs and guinea pigs.
Authorization status:
Stopped
Authorization date:
2023-07-01
Patient Information leaflet
VITAJECT C VITAMIN C STERILE INJECTION
36014/133916
Product Name:
APVMA
App
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No:
Label Name:
VITAJECT C VITAMIN C STERILE INJECTION
Signal Headings:
FOR ANIMAL TREATMENT ONLY
Constituent
Statements:
500 mg/mL VITAMIN C = ASCORBIC ACID
Claims:
For the prevention and treatment of Vitamin C deficiency where dietary
intake may be
inadequate in horses, dogs and guinea pigs.
Net Contents:
20 mL
50 mL
Directions for Use:
Restraints:
Contraindications:
Precautions:
Side Effects:
Dosage and
Administration:
Administer by intramuscular injection.
Dosage: Small Animals 0.25 – 1 mL
Large Animals 2 – 10 mL
To avoid microbial contamination, unused portions of the products must
be discarded within
24 hours after reconstitution or broaching of the first vial.
Caution: avoid carcass damage:
1. Sterilise all injection apparatus by boiling before use. Avoid use
of strong disinfectants on
apparatus. RLP APPROVED
2. Maintain cleanliness at all times
3. Keep needles sharp and clean. Replace frequently.
4. Use needles or appropriate gauge and length
5. As far as possible avoid injection of animals during wet weather or
under dusty
conditions.
6. This product should be injected only into muscle tissue
7. If possible inject into muscle tissue on side of neck.
General Directions:
Withholding Periods:
MEAT WITHHOLDING PERIOD (HORSES): NIL
Trade Advice:
Safety Directions:
First Aid Instructions:
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.
Phone Australia
131126.
First Aid Warnings:
Additional User
Safety:
Environmental
Statements:
Disposal:
Dispose of container by wrapping with paper and putting in garbage.
Storage:
Protect from light. Store in a dry place below 25 °C (air
conditioning).
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
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Summary of Product characteristics
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)
_BOMAC LABORATORIES LIMITED URGES RECIPIENT OF THIS MSDS TO STUDY IT
CAREFULLY_
_TO BECOME AWARE OF, AND UNDERSTAND, THE HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE
PRODUCT._
_TO PROMOTE SAFE HANDLING, EACH RECIPIENT SHOULD NOTIFY ITS EMPLOYEES,
AGENTS AND OTHERS WHO _
_WILL USE THIS MATERIAL AND ANY OTHER INFORMATION REGARDING HAZARDS OR
SAFETY._
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IDENTIFICATION
Product name: Vitaject C UN Number: Free
Other Names: N/A Dangerous Goods Class: N/A
Animal Remedies Board (ARB) Subsidiary Risk: N/A Product Number: 2018
HAZCHEM Code:
N/A Toxic Substances Schedule: N/A
Use: As supportive therapy in infections
diseases.
Physical Description: A pale straw coloured
solution with the odour of Phenol.
Active Ingredients: Ascorbic Acid CAS* 50-81-
7 500 mg/mL
Manufacturer: BOMAC Laboratories Ltd
Cnr Wiri Station Road & Hobill Avenue
P O Box 76- 369, Manukau City, Auckland,
New Zealand
Phone: (09) 262-3169 Facsimile: (09) 262-3008
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
HEALTH EFFECTS
Swallowed: Ingestion may cause nausea, pain,
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vomiting, sweating and diarrhoea.
Eye: May cause transient stinging or redness if
accidental eye contact occurs.
Skin: Slight skin irritation may occur in
susceptible individuals.
Inhaled: Mild poisoning causes burning of the
mouth and throat.
*CAS, Chemical Abstracts Service Registry
Number
PRODUCT: Vitaject C ARB Licence No: 2018 Page: 2 of 3
FIRST AID
Swallowed: Wash mouth out with water. Seek
medical advice.
Eye: Flush out with a gentle stream of clean
water for 15 minutes. Seek medical advice if
stinging or redness persists.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and
launder before re-use. Wash contact areas with
water.
Inhalation: Remove from further exposure. If
unconsciousness occurs, seek
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