License number
13 / 16 / 2026
Group
Injectable Serum
Chloride Alshark (سيروم ملحي)
Info
Pharmacokinetics:
It is rapidly distributed through the extracellular fluid. The kidneys are the primary site of excretion of sodium and chlorine, with reabsorption as physiologically required.
It is not metabolized as a compound; Rather, it is filtered and directed.
Use During Pregnancy, Lactation, and Egg Production:
In general, if used according to veterinary guidance for fluid replacement, it is relatively safe, but caution must be exercised and the condition evaluated because pregnancy affects the balance of fluids and electrolytes. There is not always detailed safety data; So the decision is always based on a benefit versus risk assessment from the veterinarian.
Indications
It is used in cattle, horses, sheep, goats, dogs, and cats in:
Treating cases of dehydration, loss of water and electrolytes resulting from diarrhea, vomiting, burns, infectious diseases, post-surgery, or trauma.
Correcting sodium or chlorine deficiency (hyponatraemia/hypochloraemia).
Correction of metabolic alkalosis associated with chlorine loss. As a solvent and transport vehicle for compatible drugs. In some cases, washing wounds and mucus.
Usage and Dosage
Common methods of administration
Intravenous (IV): The primary method of rapid replacement.
Subcutaneous (SC): In some cases and in reduced amounts (as directed by the doctor).
Estimated intravenous dose
Type of animal: Cows/horses 500 – 3000 ml or depending on fluid loss, sheep/goats 100 – 500 ml, pigs 10 – 150 ml,
Dogs: 20 – 100 ml, Cats: approximately 10 – 50 ml
The dose and speed of administration can be adjusted depending on the state of dehydration and veterinary tests.
Duration of treatment: until correction of dehydration and electrolyte balance (may require one or several sessions depending on the case).
Overdose: Overdose usually occurs as a result of too rapid administration or of large quantities exceeding the actual need of the animal, especially without monitoring the clinical condition and electrolyte balance.
Contraindications
Do not use in animals suffering from:
Excessive sodium or chlorine in the blood (Hypernatraemia/Hyperchloraemia).
Sodium and water retention (heart/kidney/liver failure with edema). Watery hyperhydration, edema or ascites. Conditions requiring sodium restriction.
Warnings
Check the clarity of the solution and the integrity of the packaging before use. Use with caution in heart/kidney failure, or with drugs that cause sodium retention.
Do not use for prolonged periods as basic fluids without proper electrolyte balance.
Withdrawal Period
None
Composition:
Each 1ml contains:| Sodium Chloride | 9 | mg |
Useful info
^^ #Causes and methods of treating dehydration and electrolyte imbalance in animals#
Dehydration and electrolyte imbalance (levels of salts and minerals in the blood) are severe medical conditions that threaten the lives of animals, as the animal’s body depends on the delicate balance of fluids and electrolytes to maintain the functions of vital organs and blood circulation.
The most prominent causes of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance:
* Severe diarrhea: especially in young animals (lambs and calves), which leads to rapid loss of water and essential salts such as sodium and chloride.
* Heat stress and excessive sweating: High temperatures and hard work cause the loss of large amounts of fluids through sweating.
* Abstaining from drinking or eating: due to diseases resulting from infection or surgical operations.
* Blood loss or shock: as a result of injuries or bleeding.
Signs of dehydration in animals:
* Loss of skin elasticity (when the skin shrinks slowly to return to its normal position).
* Dryness of the mucous membrane of the mouth and dry, sunken eyes.
* General lethargy, low blood pressure, and weak pulse.
* Cold extremities and low milk production rate.
Treatment methods and the importance of ionized solutions:
Moderate to severe cases of dehydration require rapid intervention based on direct replacement of fluids and electrolytes via injection (intravenous fluids).
1. Electrolyte rebalancing: Providing a chloride solution helps rebalance the primacy of sodium and chloride in the plasma, preventing a sharp drop in pressure.
2. Restoring blood volume: Rapid intravenous injection contributes to restoring normal blood volume and improving blood supply to vital organs such as the kidneys and liver.
3. Support post-operative recovery and exertion: Ion replacement accelerates the elimination of toxins and metabolic wastes, shortening the recovery period and restoring the animal's activity.
Preventive instructions:
* Provide clean, cold drinking water constantly and in shaded places.
* Providing electrolyte supplements to animals during periods of extreme heat or transporting animals.
* Immediate intervention with compensation solutions when the first signs of diarrhea or stress appear.
