ACD-Formula A

Anticoagulant/preservative solution for blood collection and storage; equine blood transfusions and blood product administration. Anticoagulant/preservative solution containing citric acid, sodium citrate, and dextrose. Citrate chelates ionized calcium to prevent clotting; dextrose provides energy substrate for red blood cell preservation. Key information Store at room temperature; do not freeze. Single-use; discard unused portion. Citrate anticoagulant; may cause hypocalcemia with large-volume rapid infusion.

Add to blood collection container before collection; mix gently by inversion. Standard anticoagulant ratio applies. Store at room temperature; protect from light. Single-use. If a dose is missed This medication is administered by a veterinarian or veterinary staff in a clinical setting. Missed doses are managed by your veterinary team — contact your veterinarian to reschedule.

Citrate-induced hypocalcemia possible with large-volume transfusion. Monitor for muscle tremors, tetany, arrhythmias.

For animals Anticoagulant for blood collection. Citrate can cause hypocalcemia in patients receiving large volumes of citrated blood. Monitor ionized calcium. For people handling this medication Administered by veterinary professionals only. No specific human precautions for caregivers beyond normal hygiene.

Overdose is managed by veterinary staff in a clinical setting. If an error occurred during in-hospital treatment, the attending veterinary team will manage the response. Citrate anticoagulant overdose may cause hypocalcemia. Contact your veterinarian.