Sustain Iii Bolus Tablet

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General Drug Information and Indications

Sustained-release oral bolus for cattle providing minerals, vitamins, and trace elements over extended period; rumen-retained bolus for nutritional supplementation. Sustained-release oral bolus for ruminants. Provides extended-release trace minerals, vitamins, and potentially anthelmintics via bolus that remains in the reticulum. Mechanism: slow controlled release of nutrients (trace minerals: Cu, Se, Zn, Co, Mn; vitamins: A, D, E) for 3–6 months addressing subclinical deficiencies in grazing cattle. Key information Sustained-release antibiotic bolus for cattle. Administer orally per balling gun. Withdrawal times required. Sulfonamide-based.

How to Give this Medication

Oral bolus (ruminant): administer via bolus gun to ensure bolus reaches rumen (not esophagus). Confirm placement. Single administration every 3–6 months per label. Store at room temperature; protect from light. 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.

Side Effects

Trace mineral toxicity if overdosed (copper, selenium). GI: mild disruption if bolus migrates. Generally well tolerated for ruminal placement.

Precautions

For animals Ruminant use. Monitor for mineral toxicity if multiple supplements used simultaneously. Observe food animal withdrawal times for milk and meat. For people handling this medication Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Sustained-release ruminant bolus — generally safe to handle. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling.

Overdose

Contact your veterinarian. Sustained-release antibiotic bolus — food animal withdrawal times apply. Contact vet if dosing error occurred.

Sustain Iii Bolus Tablet dosage forms

ProductStrengthFormSizeType
SUSTAIN III BOLUS TABLET—Tablet1Commercial

Sources

This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Product labeling; Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)