Banamine is an analgesic and anti-inflammatory medication. It is available 100 ml multi-dose vials containing 50 mg/ml and as a Paste in an Oral Syringe containing 1500 mg/30 gm Banamine is used in horses to alleviate pain and inflammation due to musculoskeletal disorders. It is also used to alleviate pain associated with equine colic. Banamine may also be used for purposes other than those listed. Banamine is a prescription medication FDA approved for use in horses.
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Description
Banamine Paste is a potent non-narcotic, non-steroidal analgesic agent with anti-inflammatory and fever-reducing activity. Banamine paste is recommended for the alleviation of inflammation and pain associated with musculoskeletal disorders. Banamine requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
Key Benefits
- Relieves inflammation and pain associated with musculoskeletal disorders
- Reduces fever
- Nonsteroidal and nonnarcotic
Advantages
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) approved for horses in United States
- Consistent and trusted NSAID for horses with inflammation and pain associated with musculoskeletal injuries
- Quickly controls inflammatory responses with an onset of activity within two hours of administration
- Flunixin meglumine paste 1500 mg flunixin/syringe
- Duration of activity is 24-36 hours
- Analgesic agent with anti-inflammatory and antipyretic activity
How It Works
Banamine (flunixin meglumine) is an analgesic, which means it relieves pain. It's also an antipyretic (fever reducer).
Indications:
BANAMINE Paste is recommended for the alleviation of inflammation and pain associated with musculoskeletal disorders in the horse.
Banamine Paste is a registered trademark of Intervet Inc., d/b/a Merck Animal Health, a subsidiary of Merck & Co. Inc.
Ingredients
| Active Ingredients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Flunixin Meglumine | 1,500 mg |
Directions
View Banamine Paste Drug Facts Sheet.
The recommended dose of flunixin is 0.5 mg per lb of bodyweight once daily. The Banamine Paste syringe, calibrated in twelve 250-lb weight increments,delivers 125 mg of flunixin for each 250 lbs (see dosage table). One syringe will treat a 1000-lb horseonce daily for 3 days, or three 1000-lb horses one time.
| Dosage Table | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Syringe Mark* | Horse Weight (lbs) | Banamine Paste Delivered (g) | Mg Flunixin Delivered |
| 0 | - | - | - |
| 250 | 250 | 2.5 | 125 |
| 500 | 500 | 5.0 | 250 |
| 750 | 750 | 7.5 | 375 |
| 1000 | 1000 | 10.0 | 500 |
*Use dial edge nearest syringe barrel to mark dose.
The paste is orally administered by inserting the nozzle of the syringe through the interdental space, anddepositing the required amount of paste on the back of the tongue by depressing the plunger.
Treatment may be given initially by intravenous or intramuscular injection of Banamine Solution,followed by Banamine Granules or Banamine Paste on Days 2 to 5. Banamine treatmentshould not exceed 5 consecutive days.
Caution
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Contraindications
There are no known contraindications to this drug when used as directed.
Warning
Not for use in horses intended for human consumption.
Precautions
The effect of BANAMINE Paste on pregnancy has not been determined. Studies todate show there is no detrimental effect on stallion spermatogenesis with or following therecommended dose of BANAMINE Paste.
Side Effects
During field studies with BANAMINE Paste, no significant side effects werereported.
Toxity
No toxic effects were observed in rats given oral flunixin 2 mg/kg per day for 42 days.Higher doses produced ulceration of the gastrointestinal tract. The emetic dose in dogs is between 150and 250 mg/kg. Flunixin was well tolerated in monkeys dosed daily with 4 mg/kg for 56 days. Noadverse effects occurred in horses dosed orally with 1.0 or 1.5 mg/lb for fifteen consecutive days.
Storage
Store below 25°C (77°F). Do not Freeze.
FAQ
Do not use this medication in animals allergic to it. Talk to your veterinarian or pharmacist before giving any prescription or over the counter medicines. Tell your veterinarian if the animal is using any other anti-inflammatory medication such as NSAIDs (phenylbutazone) or corticosteroid (dexamethasone).
Use this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. The usual dose of Banamine injectable in horses for musculoskeletal disorders is 0.5 mg/lb of body weight administered I.V. or I.M. once a day for up to 5 days. For pain associated with equine colic the usual dose is 0.5 mg/lb of body weight administered I.V. or I.M. once a day. I.V. administration is recommended for prompt relief. In some instances a second or third dose may be necessary. The Banamine Paste Oral Syringe is calibrated in twelve 250 lb weight increments and delivers 125 mg for each 250 lbs. One Oral Syringe will treat a 1000 lb horse once a day for 3 days, or three 1000 lb horses once. Store Banamine injection and Banamine Paste Oral Syringe at room temperature. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and pets.
In horses, isolated reports of localized reactions following I.M. injection, particularly in the neck, have been received. These include localized swelling, sweating, induration, and stiffness. In rare instances in horses, fatal or nonfatal clostridial infections or other infections have been reported in association with I.M. use. In rare instances, anaphylactic-like reactions, some of which have been fatal, have been reported, primarily following I.V. use.
Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and give the next one as directed. Do not give a double dose of the medication.
If an overdose is suspected, seek emergency veterinary medical treatment.
Do not give Banamine to animals allergic to it. Do not administer Banamine if the animal is also being given an NSAID such as aspirin or phenylbutazone. Avoid intra-arterial administration of this medication. Side effects due to intra-articular injection can include ataxia, incoordination, hyperventilation, hysteria and muscle weakness. These signs are transient and disappear within a few minutes.
Before giving Banamine, tell your veterinarian if your horse is being given an oral steroid medication such as prednisone, prednisolone, Methylprednisolone or NSAIDs such as aspirin or phenylbutazone. Drugs other than those listed may also interact with Banamine.
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By Mary
MN
Drug great to have. Order issue took several tries to resolve.
October 26, 2020
I ordered 3 tubes of a drug for my horse. I received one tube with no explanation and was charged for 3. I tried calling to find out why and had a very long wait on phone. I finally got ahold of someone who said they had to get help with the issue. Eventually I found out tubes could be refilled one at a time. So I got a 2nd tube and took a refund for the last tube.
Merchant Response:Appologies about the confusion Mary. Glad you got what you needed. Take care.
Pros
- Good pricing
- Clear explanation of problem when I got an answer.
Cons
- Slow to get an explanation about issue and fix issue.
