In this article we will talk about such a drug as"Giskan-5" (serum for dogs). Instructions, reviews of dog breeders and the composition of the drug - these are the main points that we will try to fully illuminate. So let's get started.
General data and composition
Moscow company produces the drugVetBiohim. The trade name of the medicinal product is “Giskan-5”. Serum for dogs (instructions will be presented below) is a slightly opalescent liquid, colored in yellow or yellow-brown color. During storage a small precipitate may form. If the drug is shaken, then it turns into a uniform suspension.
If we talk about the composition, the "Giskan-5" isa biological product made on the basis of the blood serum of cattle (or horses and small cattle), which contains certain antibodies - to the plague viruses, coronaviruses, adenoviruses and parvoviruses that are dangerous to dogs.
The drug can be purchased prepackagedglass vials of 2 ml, closed with rubber stoppers, fixed with aluminum caps. The vials are packaged in cardboard or plastic boxes of 10 pieces each, instructions are attached, but they are sold in vetapteks and individually.
The shelf life of the drug is 2 years from the date of manufacture. Store the serum should be in a dark dry place at a temperature of 2-10 degrees Celsius.
If in a bottle with serum were foundforeign objects, or it contains sediment, which is not broken when shaking, then "Giskin-5" must be disposed of, it is impossible to use such a preparation.
Indications
Assign for the prevention and treatment of "Giskan-5". Instructions for use states that serum helps with the following diseases:
- plague of carnivores;
- parvovirus infection;
- coronavirus infection;
- adenovirus infection.
Properties
When used "Giskana-5" for preventive purposes, it provides the dog with passive immunity to the plague, enteritis and the above infections. This effect persists for two weeks.
In addition, the serum has a therapeutic effect. The most favorable time for its introduction is the incubation and prodromal period of the infection process.
"Giskan-5" serum for dogs: instructions
The serum is intended for subcutaneous andintramuscular injection. During the procedure, it is necessary to follow general aseptic rules and use only sterile materials. It is not allowed to use one needle for injection to two or more dogs.
It is forbidden to administer the drug to weakened or sick animals suffering from infectious diseases that are not listed in the list of indications for the use of "Giksana-5".
For preventive purposes
"Giskan-5" - serum for dogs, the instruction for which involves its use for prophylactic purposes. It is necessary to administer the drug once, adhering to the following dosage:
- animals whose weight does not reach 5 kg, do injections of 1.0 ml of the drug subcutaneously or intramuscularly;
- Pets weighing more than five kg - 2 ml, which is the volume of 1 bottle of serum.
For treatment
Used for the treatment of already illanimals "Giskan-5" (serum for dogs). The instruction assumes in such cases changes in the scheme of drug administration. So, the medicinal product is administered to sick pets in the above dosage (up to 5 kg - 1 ml each, more than 5 kg - 2 ml each) 2-3 times. The interval between injections ranges from 12 to 24 hours, depending on the clinical situation. The exact time period will determine the veterinarian. The most effective serum in the initial stages of the disease.
Overdose and side effects
No cases of overdose have been identified to date.
Some dogs may experience the following adverse reactions:
- increased body temperature;
- allergy.
To exclude the indicated reactions, an antihistamine can be administered to the dog 10 minutes before using the serum.
It is allowed to use "Giskan-5" together withdrugs such as antibiotics, sulfonamides, prebiotics and other drugs for symptomatic treatment. It is forbidden to inject the serum in the same syringe with other drugs.
Price
The cost of the drug may vary independing on the region of purchase and zoo pharmacies. On average, the cost of 1 bottle of 2 ml drug will be from 90 to 110 rubles. Usually "Giskan-5" is sold by the piece, and not in packs of 10 bottles.
Personal safety
It is necessary to remember and precautionary measures atuse of the drug "Giscan-5" (serum for dogs). Instructions, price, dosage and side effects have already been discussed above, but now let's talk about human security.
Working with the drug, you should remember the general rules of safety and individual hygiene, designed specifically for those who are in contact with veterinary drugs.
All participants of the procedure for the introduction of the drug shouldbe dressed in special clothes: a hat, a bathrobe, rubber gloves, pants. At the site of the injection must necessarily be a first aid kit.
If the serum accidentally hit the mucous membranesshell or skin, the place of the drug should be washed with running water using soap. Before the erroneous introduction of serum to a person, the injection site must be urgently treated with 70% ethyl alcohol, and then seek medical help. With a need to take a vial from under the drug or instructions.
Serum "Vetbiofarm" "Giskan-5": reviews of animal owners
The drug has a huge number of positivereviews. And both from the owners and from vets. Both those and others argue that the drug is simply irreplaceable. Many owners, whose pets picked up the plague or viral diseases still in puppy age, are sure: their pets survived only thanks to Giscan-5. Among the main advantages of this drug, noted by dog owners, are the fact that it is allowed to prick puppies, which can not yet be vaccinated.
Thus, the drug perfectly copes with its function and is suitable even for the smallest pets.
