Lactated Ringers Solution Rx
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Usually ships the same weekday before 3pm CT with veterinary approval.
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Requires veterinary authorization.
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Your pet's veterinarian will provide directions for use.
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Condensation inside of the packaging resulting from temperature changes during shipping is normal.
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We are unable to ship this product to Alaska or Hawaii.
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This product is on allocation. Please limit your order to 6 bags.
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We are unable to ship this product to Alaska or Hawaii.
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Condensation inside of the packaging resulting from temperature changes during shipping is normal.
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We are unable to ship this product to Alaska or Hawaii.
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Condensation inside of the packaging resulting from temperature changes during shipping is normal.
What is Lactated Ringers Solution for Cats and Dogs?
- Prescription Lactated Ringers Solution for cats and dogs is an electrolyte solution used for subcutaneous fluid therapy at home.
- This sterile fluid contains certain elements that will help rehydrate your cat or dogs and restore her electrolyte balance.
Why do cats and dogs use Lactated Ringers Solution?
- If your cat or dog has renal failure or certain forms of cancer, your veterinarian may prescribe subcutaneous fluid injections at home.
- Lactated Ringers Solution (LRS), a sterile fluid contained in a bag, is often prescribed for rehydration and electrolyte balancing.
What else should I know about Lactated Ringers Solution?
- Sterile fluid has a variety of beneficial effects.
- Good source of water and electrolytes.
- 1000 mL bags of Lactated Ringers Solution in the Excel IV container by B Braun are DEHP free. DEHP is a plastic additive that makes plastic more flexible.
- Needles and IV sets are required for administration.
- Looking for Terumo needles or Monoject needles? These needles slip or Luer lock onto the IV sets.
- Looking for IV sets? Either IV set will work with any fluid bags sold at VetRxDirect.
What problems could my dog or cat have with Lactated Ringers Solution?
- There may be some fluid accumulation. This should go away before the next time fluids are to be administered.
- Contact your veterinarian if you see signs of infection at the injection site or if your dog or cat develops a cough.
How do you use Lactated Ringers Solution?
- Your veterinarian will teach you how to administer the fluids. Follow your veterinarian's directions for use.
- Contact your local waste management or check SafeNeedleDisposal.org on how to dispose of the needles properly.
- Fluid bags and IV sets can be disposed of in the regular trash.
What is in Lactated Ringers Solution?
- Lactated Ringers Solution contains water and salts or electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, and calcium.
- These salts are normally found in the blood.
Will I get what I see in the picture?
- B Braun is a brand name. If you order 1000mL bags of B Braun Lactated Ringers Solution in the Excel IV bag, you will receive the exact brand that you request.
- Other Lactated Ringers Solution bags are sold as an FDA approved generic drug. Brand may vary from order to order and variation to variation. We are unable to guarantee which brand will be available at the time of order shipment.
Is it important for my dog or cat to finish all of the Lactated Ringers Solution?
- Dogs and cats may use Lactated Ringers Solution for different lengths of time. Please consult your veterinarian if you have any questions.
Review Summary
124 total reviews
Rated 4.80 out of 5 stars
97% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
112 5 star reviews
4 4 star reviews
5 3 star reviews
1 2 star reviews
2 1 star reviews
Most Liked Positive Review
Sub q fluids for my cat Coco
Gave under the skin fluids to my cat twice a day. These bags have 1000ml, so 10 doses - that lasts a long time. Durable so I can hang the bag from a hanger, even when it is full, and the plastic is strong enough to hold the weight.
Most Liked Negative Review
Not up to pare
Although the price was the best I could find from a reputable source for IV fluids and supplies, I was disappointed in the actual products received. the lactated ringers solution was not as pictured! it barely had markings to judge the amount of fluids used, it did not have the single plug for the insert of the IV set, rather it had 2 injectable plugs that I had to call to find out how to insert the IV set into. I found the whole thing rather disconcerting especially under the circumstances. When one finds that their little darling is going into renal failure and needs fluids it is dauting enough without having the vet supplies be complicated more than necessary. I didn't get what was pictured on either the IV set nor the fluids. Ok, the needles were correct. I will be using a different source next time. I'm having a terrible time judging the amount of fluid being given, something I didn't have a problem when getting the proper bag from the vet - the one that is pictured.
Reviews
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Best fluids available for your CKD pet
From Taunton, M aComments about Lactated Ringers Solution 1000mL Excel IV Container, B. BraunThe hospital she goes to high recommended using this brand of lactated ringers. It's been 4 years and we are still going strong.-
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Doing what she does best!
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Fluids are same we got from our vet at a much higher cost.
From Las VegasComments about Lactated Ringers SolutionI have ordered these fluids for at least 5 yrs for 3 different fur babies. Have been using this product for our girl for at least 2 yrs. We got the diagnosis for kidney disease early so she is hanging in there. -
Helping to keep my ancient cat alive and healthy
From UndisclosedComments about Lactated Ringers Solution 1000mL (1L) BagI have been using this Lactated Ringers Solution for over a year for my cat who has kidney rpoblems. Excellent product at a good price.-
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My cat Spaghetti asleep
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Best lactated ringer fluid is BRAUN
From Taunton, MAComments about Lactated Ringers Solution 1000mL Excel IV Container, B. BraunHospitals use it on their feline patients and they suggest I use it for my precious baby Minga.-
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Baby girl Mingalee
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Great value!
From Brownsville ORComments about Lactated Ringers SolutionWe administer lactated ringers to our elderly cat who has CKD two or three times a week. We paid twice as much for several years, so we are pleased to find the same quality for half the price. The fluids keep our cat hydrated and although he gets fidgety during the process, we can tell he feels better afterward. -
Needed
From UndisclosedComments about Lactated Ringers Solution 1000mL (1L) BagAs always -
great bag of solution
From UndisclosedComments about Lactated Ringers Solution 1000mL Excel IV Container, B. BraunThe bag is easy to read and handle - One of the better quality solution bags I've found -
Kidney disease kitty
From UndisclosedComments about Lactated Ringers Solution 1000mL Excel IV Container, B. BraunRapid delivery of fluids. I can count on VetRx Direct to deliver order correctly and in a timely manner. Thank You-
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Chloe Jasmine
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Best place for cat medical products.
From UndisclosedComments about Lactated Ringers Solution 1000mL Excel IV Container, B. BraunBest lactating ringers solution. Minga has been going strong dealing with chronic kidney disease sine July 4th 2020. We are extremely lucky for this girl and for Vet Rx direct for their best customer service. Thank you.-
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Mingalee
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This really helps our furbabies CKD
From UndisclosedComments about Lactated Ringers Solution 1000mL (1L) BagI purchased it before in the past for another of our furbabies and the service and product equality has been impeccable-
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Jack Jack
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Q & A
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How many 500ml LRS bags are there to a case? And is it possible to order a case??
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Lactated ringers solution bags must be labeled and sold individually in order to comply with pharmaceutical sales laws; therefore, cases of LRS may not be purchased.
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That must be a new law, because I have ordered cases of these other places.
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do you sell any lactated ringers with no electrolyte?
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Lactated Ringers are sterile fluids that are prescribed for rehydration and electrolyte balancing. Please contact your veterinarian if you have additional concerns regarding this product.
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We've been giving our cat sub-q fluids for a year and a half now - buying our lactated ringers through VetRx. Recently, the brand VetRx has been sending has changed. it is now Vetivex. The measurement markers on the side of the Vetivex seem WAY off. The 900 mL marker is at around 1/3 of the way up the bag. It seems way more than 100 mL of fluid. All the other brands we used had the 900 mL mark much lower on the bag. We're not sure how to properly measure the fluids using these bags anymore. Please help! I've included a link to a picture of a similar bad (not lactated ringers) from Vetivex. You can see on the side just how high up the 900mL mark is on the bag. http://www.dechra-us.com/admin/public/getimage.ashx?image=/Files/Images/ecom/products/us/Vetivex_3.jpg&altFmImage_path=/Files/Images/ecom/dummy-product.png&crop=0&Width=460?
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It has come to our attention that Vetivex has recently had a manufacturing error resulting in overfilled bags and incorrect fluid level measurements. If you have received a Vetivex bag of 1000ml Lactated Ringers solution fitting this description, please contact us at 1-866-761-6578 and we will get you a replacement.
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I also don't trust those lines on the bag. For what it's worth, We use a digital "fish scale" I got cheap. We hang the bag on the scale and zero it when we start ... watch until the weight gets to -100g. This shows that 100ml of fluid have been given.
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If my cat needs 200 cc via 18 guage syringe daily, can I reuse the fluid in the 1000 cc bag, or should I order a larger quantity of the 250 cc bags??
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It is recommended to use 250cc bags daily. As this product contains no antimicrobial agents, reusing bags can increase risk of infections with extended reuse. Therefore it is recommended that the unused portion of 1000 cc bags should be discarded. It is best to follow the directions of your cat's veterinarian and consult them for additional recommendations.
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I give my cat 100 ml every couple days and I use a 1000 ml bag over the course of time. This is exactly how my vet sells the fluid bags as well. I use new needles every time (never reuse them). And make sure you don't touch the open ports when changing the needle . Use a fresh venoset line at least every other bag change.
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So the item I received has two "tube like" openings rather than the flat rubber gasket type I saw when I ordered. I need to make sure I am installing the Administration set correctly. Please advise.?
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The two ports that are connected to the IV bag each serve a different purpose. The port without the blue cover is used for adding medications into the bag to be administered by IV infusion. The blue cover on the second port iis removed prior to connecting the IV bag to the tubing set for administration to your pet. The blue cover acts as a barrier to the outside environment and bacteria, ensuring that the solution is in a sterile environment. Thank you, VetRxDirect
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You say the tubing is sold separately but you don't say where. How do I find it??
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The venosets can be found by using our site search at the top of the page or by navigating to this product page: http://www.vetrxdirect.com/product/view/iv-set/
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The IV administration set broke on ours and we need to order a replacement. What is the drip flow rate that came with this product??
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The IV set we have has a drip flow rate of 15 drops/ml. Thank you, Katie VetRxDirect
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Does it come with the tubing, or is that sold separately??
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The tubing is sold separately. That is listed under IV Venosets. Thank you, Katie VetRxDirect
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Is Lactated Ringers Solution a crystalloid or a colloid??
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Lactated ringers is a solution that contains electrolytes and is typically used in fluid maintenance therapy. Fluids of this nature are classified as a crystalloid solution. Thank you, VetRxDirect
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I currently get these from my vet, but it's the same type. 1000ml. The bag is always filled above the 1, so does that mean the bag is actually MORE than 1000 mls? how much above is it filled? it looks around 50-75mls. Thank you.?
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The manufacturer (Zoetis, Inc.) indicated that there is no evidence that suggest that there is overfill with any of their bags. They suggest contacting them directly at 1-866-292-8910 to make a full assessment if there are any concerns regarding the volume of their bags. Thank you, VetRxDirect
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