Banamine Transdermal [250 mL]

Merck Banamine Transdermal is the first FDA-approved pour-on for pain control in cattle. Features a patented delivery system that goes to work quickly, absorbing into the bloodstream through the skin in 15 minutes. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) cattle product reduces fever in cattle caused by BRD or pain due to foot rot. Easy to dose, topical application reduces handling concerns and stress on the animal.

Only non-steroidal anti-inflammatory cattle product available with a convenient pour-on route of administration. Uniquely designed to control pain and fever quickly. Studies show that a single dose is absorbed into the bloodstream within minutes and has long duration of activity at the site of inflammation, giving cattle the best opportunity to be healthy and productive. Pre-calibrated packaging helps ensure the right dose every time. Unique bottle design allows for proper application along animal’s back. Red-colored solution makes it simple to accurately and quickly measure the dose volume for each animal. Patented delivery eliminates the need for IV administration; less labor and supplies than with injectable administration  decreased cost per treatment. Transdermal application requires less handling resulting in less stress on animals plus no risk of injection site lesions. 8 day slaughter withdrawal.

Banamine Transdermal is indicated for the control of pyrexia associated with bovine respiratory disease and the control of pain associated with foot rot in steers, beef heifers, beef cows, beef bulls intended for slaughter, and replacement dairy heifers under 20 months of age. Banamine Transdermal pour-on is indicated for the control of fever associated with bovine respiratory disease and the control of pain associated with foot rot in beef cattle, and in dairy heifers less than 20 months of age. Each ml of Banamine Transdermal pour-on contains 50 mg flunixin. Apply one dose of 3 ml per 100 lbs. topically in a narrow strip along the back from the withers to the tailhead. Do not treat cattle if the hide is wet or may get wet within 6 hours. Not for use in beef bulls intended for breeding dairy bulls female dairy cattle 20 months of age or older, including dry dairy cows and suckling beef calves, dairy calves, and veal calves. Flunixin transdermal solution.

Apply only once at a dose of 3.3 mg flunixin per kg bodyweight (1.5 mg/lb; 3 ml per 100 lbs) topically in a narrow strip along the dorsal midline from the withers to the tailhead. Round all doses up to the nearest weight increment on the dosing chamber.

Do not treat cattle if the hide is wet or may get wet in the 6-hour period after dosing because effectiveness has not been evaluated under wet hide conditions.

Practice the Administration and Overfill Reduction Instructions a few times to become familiar with operating the package before dosing animals. View the compendium link for further dosing instructions.

Banamine Transdermal [250 mL] Highlights:

• SKU: 21240
• Manufacturer: Merck Animal Health
• Keep out of reach of children
• Only for topical use in beef and dairy cattle
• Beef quality assurance friendly—no injection site or need for needles
• Application requires less handling for less stress on the animal
• Rapidly absorbs into the skin to control fever and pain
• Do not use in animals showing hypersensitivity to flunixin meglumine
• Do not use Banamine Transdermal pour-on within 48 hours of expected parturition
• Cattle must not be slaughtered for human consumption within 8 days of the last treatment
• Not for use in dairy or beef bulls intended for breeding because reproductive safety has not been evaluated
• Not for use in suckling beef calves, dairy calves, and veal calves. A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre-ruminating calves
• Not for use in female dairy cattle 20 months of age or older, including dry dairy cows; use in these cattle may cause drug residues in milk and/or in calves born to these cows or heifers