Lambing - Kidding

IV Dextrose

Availability - veterinary prescription
Indications - for use in treatment of pregnancy disease and as a source of carbohydrates
Dosage and directions - for intravenous (IV) administration. Solution should be warmed to body temperature prior to administration.

IV Calcium

Indications - to use as an aid in the treatment of milk fever (low blood serum calcium) in cattle
Dosage and directions - administer intravenously or intraperitoneally. Solution should be warmed to body temperature and administered slowly.

Oxytocin

Ingredient - Oxytocin
Availability - veterinary prescription
FDA approved use - as a uterine contractor to precipitate and accelerate normal parturition and postpartum evacuation of uterine debris. Will contract smooth muscle cells of the mammary gland for milk letdown if the udder is in the proper physiological state. Not approved for goats in U.S.
Route of administration - intramuscular (IM) or subcutaneous (SQ) injection
Dosage - When using for obstetrical purposes in ewes, administer 1.5 ml to 2.5 ml by IV, IM, or SQ injection.
Withdrawal - none.

Propylene Glycol

Indications - for prevention and treatment of ketosis in cattle and sheep. In sheep, ketosis is called pregnancy toxemia, twin lamb disease or lambing paralysis
Dosage and directions - oral drench 4 oz. per 100 lbs. twice daily.

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