Darrow's Solution | Oral Electrolyte & Rehydration for Dogs, Cats & Livestock

Palatable Oral Electrolyte & Energy Solution for Animals

Darrow's Solution is a pleasantly flavored oral glucose-electrolyte concentrate designed to restore essential fluids, minerals, and energy in small and large animals suffering from dehydration. Ideal for dogs, cats, calves, foals, and other livestock, this solution effectively treats electrolyte imbalances and fluid loss caused by diarrhea, stress, or illness.

Formulated with a balanced ratio of potassium chloride, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, and glucose, Darrow's Solution provides rapid hydration while supporting energy levels during convalescence. Its high palatability ensures easy acceptance by sick or recovering animals.

Key Benefits:

• Rapid Rehydration: Quickly replaces essential body water and electrolytes lost through bouts of diarrhea or gastrointestinal upset.

• Energy Support: Formulated with glucose to deliver immediate, digestible energy to weak or convalescing animals.

• High Palatability: Flavored to encourage voluntary intake, even in animals with reduced appetite.

• Versatile Application: Suitable for a wide range of animals, including dogs, cats, foals, calves, pigs, and sheep.

Indications:

• Replacement of fluid, electrolyte, and energy deficits caused by acute or ongoing diarrhea.

• Support during post-operative recovery or periods of dehydration.

• Supportive oral rehydration therapy for weaning stress in young livestock.

Composition (When Diluted as Directed):

• Potassium Chloride: 1.5 mg/ml

• Sodium Chloride: 2.0 mg/ml

• Sodium Citrate: 2.5 mg/ml

• Glucose: 25 mg/ml

Directions for Use:

1. Mixing Ratio: Dilute 1 part Darrow's Solution concentrate with 10 parts clean drinking water (e.g., mix 100 ml concentrate into 1 Litre of water).

2. Offer the diluted solution as the primary drinking water source during treatment.

3. Fresh Daily Preparation: Prepare a fresh batch of diluted solution daily and discard any unused portion after 24 hours.

Precautions: Use with caution in animals with renal failure, severe cardiac disease, hypertension, or diabetes mellitus. Do not mix directly with other electrolyte-containing liquids unless directed by a veterinarian.