PromAce® Injectable (acepromazine maleate) a potent neuroleptic agent with a low order of toxicity, is of particular value in the traquilization of dogs, cats and horses.
Caution: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on order of a licensed veterinarian.
Features
- 10 mg/mL concentration.
- Rapid action and lack of hypnotic effect.
- Low order of toxicity.
- Choice of administration – IM, Sub-Q, or IV.
Benefits
PromAce® Injectable (acepromazine maleate) has a low order toxicity, rapid action, and a lack of hypnotic effect sometimes associated with tranquilization.
PromAce® has a depressant effect on the central nervous system and, therefore, causes sedation, muscular relaxation and a reduction in spontaneous activity. It acts rapidly, exerting a prompt and pronounced calming effect.
Dosage & Administration
- Administer IV, IM, or Sub-Q
- Dogs – 0.25 - 0.5 mg per lb of body weight.
- Cats – 0.5-1 mg per lb of body weight.
- Horses – 2-4 mg per 100 lb of body weight.
- IV doses should be administered slowly and a period of at least 15 minutes should be allowed for the drug to take full effect
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Tranquilizers are potent central nervous system depressants, and can cause marked sedation with suppression of the sympathetic nervous system.
Tranquilizers can produce prolonged depression or motor restlessness when given in excessive amounts or when given to sensitive animals.
Tranquilizers are additive in action to the actions of other depressants and will potentiate general anesthesia.
Accidental intracarotid injection in horses can produce clinical signs ranging from disorientation to convulsive seizures and death.
Contraindications: Phenothiazines may potentiate the toxicity of organophosphates and the activity of procaine hydrochloride. Therefore, do not use PromAce Injectable (acepromazine maleate, USP) to control tremors associated with organic phosphate poisoning. Do not use in conjunction with organophosphorus vermifuges or ectoparasiticides, including flea collars. Do not use with procaine hydrochloride.
Animal Safety: Acute and chronic toxicity studies have shown a very low order of toxicity.
Do not use in horses intended for human consumption.
Keep out of reach of children.
For use in dogs, cats, and horses only.
