Hippiron treatment of standardbreds increased haemoglobin levels. The blood concentration of Hb increased from 13.9 g/dL to 15.1 g/dL. It was reported that the appetite of all standardbred horses treated with Hippiron increased.

A study by Jovanovic of iron treatments of TB racing horses reported Hippiron iron treatment increased ‘blood values’1.

Hippiron was administered as 50 mL IV (1000 mg) daily for three days 1.

Percentage increase in blood values following Hippiron treatment 1

Hippiron Days after treatment

Haemoglobin 13.63% (p<. 001) 8

Haematocrits (PCV’s) 11.4% 8

1. Jovanovic M et al; Acta Vet. (Beograd) Vol 57, No 4, 20072. Gutschow et al, Tierärzt Wschr, 88, 261-43. Goer R; Blood Builders, Dec 1, 2000; The Horse.com 4. Hartikka P et al, Nord Vet – Med 35, 245–256

Iron supplements including iron injections are widely used in racing, breeding, endurance and sport horses. Higher haemoglobin (Hb) levels of 16-18 g/dL are regarded as desirable for event, racing and sport horses3.

Increased oxygen transport from lungs to muscles contributes to athleticism and sustained muscular activity3.

High haemoglobin concentrations are important to achieve top racing results. The increased physical activity of racing and sport horses is associated with increased iron requirements. Long periods of strenuous exercise and racing depletes iron reserves resulting in iron deficiency4.

Hippiron™Iron injection for horses

20 mg/mL IRON (Fe) as IRON SUCROSE COMPLEX 20 mL vial – For Intravenous Injection ONLY

CH2CH3

CH2

CH3H3C

H3C

O OH

N

N N

N

FeІІ

O OH

Iron (Fe) as part of Haemoglobin (Red Blood Cell) responsible for O2 transportation

Hippiron – a precise iron injection dose for a predictable result1,2,4 Increases O2 levels and circulation for muscle strength and stamina3 Clinical trials confirm efficacy in racing (thoroughbreds & standardbreds) horses1,2,4 Appetite increase noted following Hippiron™ treatment

Hippiron™Iron injection for horses

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Hippiron™ Iron Injection for horses

INDICATIONSFor treatment of anaemia in racing and sporting horses due to iron deficiency.

DIRECTIONS FOR USEFor use only by or under the direction of a registered veterinary surgeon.By intravenous injection only.

DOSAGEFoals 10mL: Yearlings and Adults 20mLWeekly or as required, the frequency and number of treatments will depend on the severity of the irondeficiency.

WARNINGIn extremely rare instances an anaphylactic reaction can occur; appropriate treatment for anaphylactic shock should be instituted. The safety of Hippiron in horses has been reported in a number of studies.

WITHHOLDING PERIOD (Meat): Nil

FIRST AIDIf poisoning occurs contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone – Australia 131 126; New Zealand 0800 764 766.

STORAGEStore below 25°C (air conditioning). Protect from light. Do not refrigerate.

PRESENTATION20 mL (50 mL) vial. Complete contents of vial to be used in one injection. Any unused portion to be discarded.

DISPOSALDispose of empty container by wrapping with paper and placing in garbage.

APVMA Approval No 48010/50234

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