Lefoam Vet Suspension(Simethicone)

Therapeutic Group: Gastro Intestinal Disorders

Presentation

Lefoam Vet Suspension: Each 100 ml suspension contains Simethicone USP 1 gm.

Description

Simethicone is an effective antiflatulent, acts locally in the rumen of animal by changing the surface tension of small gas bubbles trapped in foam, causing them to coalesce and ultimately pass out. Simethicone increases the exit rate of gas from digestive tract based on its antiflatulent properties.

Indications

Indicated to all kinds of bloat & tympany.

Simethicone works very rapidly and in cases of severe bloat acts as a emergency basis.

Dosage & Administration

Acute Disease:
1. Cattle/Buffaloes: 100 ml 2 times daily
2. Sheep/Goat: 20 ml 2 times daily
Chronic Disease:
1. Cattle/Buffaloes: 50 ml 2 times daily
2. Sheep/Goat: 10 ml 2 times daily
Administer orally as drench or intraruminally by using canula or a long needle or as directed by the registered Veterinarian.

Side Effects

Simethicone is physiologically inert and no adverse effect has been reported after oral ingestion.

Precautions

More than 12 doses per day should not be used, except the advice of a registered veterinarian.

Use in Pregnancy & Lactation

Sufficient clinical data is not available.

Drug Interaction

Antacids reduces the defoamig effects of Simethicone.

Over Dose

Sufficient clinical data is not available.

Withdrawal Period

Meat & Milk : Not required.

Storage

Keep in a cool and dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

Commercial Pack

Lefoam Vet Suspension 100 ml: Each bottle contains 100 ml suspension.