The suggested initial dose
is 0.5 to 3.0 mg levothyroxine sodium (T-4) per 100 lbs of body weight
(1 to 6 mg per 100 kg) once per day or in divided doses. Response to the
administration of ThyroVet™ Powder should be evaluated clinically until
an adequate maintenance dose is established. In most horses, the total
daily dose of T-4 is in the range of 6 to 36 mg. Serum T-3 and T-4
values can vary greatly among individual horses on thyroid
supplementation. Dosages should be individualized and animals should be
monitored daily for clinical signs of hyperthyroidism or
hypersensitivity.
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Levothyroxin Sodium USP 0.22%
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DOSAGE
The suggested initial dose
is 0.5 to 3.0 mg levothyroxine sodium (T-4) per 100 lbs of body weight
(1 to 6 mg per 100 kg) once per day or in divided doses. Response to the
administration of ThyroVet™ Powder should be evaluated clinically until
an adequate maintenance dose is established. In most horses, the total
daily dose of T-4 is in the range of 6 to 36 mg. Serum T-3 and T-4
values can vary greatly among individual horses on thyroid
supplementation. Dosages should be individualized and animals should be
monitored daily for clinical signs of hyperthyroidism or
hypersensitivity.
ADMINISTRATION
ThyroVet™ Powder can
be administered by mixing the daily dose in the concentrate or by top
dressing on the grain, preferably rolled or ground. To facilitate the
proper adhesion of ThyroVet™ Powder to the ration, slightly moisten the
grain with water or a liquid supplement.