Jul 11 • General discussion
Plasma storage / usage
Storage
a. Keep plasma frozen until bitch starts to whelp.
b. Warm plasma to body temperature before administering.
c. Give to each pup orally, several drops at a time, every two hours up to three cc per one pound of body weight over the first 24 hours following whelp. Using a new eye dropper for administrating has been recommended by owners.d. Dose after pup is warm, dry, and suckling.
e. Refrigerate plasma between use. Use any remaining plasma, the second twenty-four hours in the manner described above.
Instructions
Treatment of Newborn Puppies UsingFresh-Frozen Plasma during the First 10 Days of LifeFor this purpose, Fresh-Frozen Plasma comes in 10-12 cc (ml) plastic tubes. If purchased, This product needs to be sent frozen by priority overnight courier.The recommended dosage of 3 to 5 cc (ml) per pound can be given to each puppy orally (by mouth) or IP (intraperitoneally, by your vet or with his instruction) in the first 24-36 hours.
Beyond 36 hours of life the plasma must be given intraperitoneally or intravenously. (check with your veterinarian)
Usually the pups only need to be treated once. However, if they appear to be fading, the dose can be repeated in 5-7 days later if necessary, but it must be IP or IV.
Do not give more than 10cc(ml) at one time.
Fading Puppy SyndromeFresh-Frozen Plasma can also be given at any time during the first 10 days of life if newborns appear to be fading for any reason. 3-4 cc (ml) per puppy for tiny puppies3-5 cc (ml) per pound for larger puppies
Veterinarians:The Treatment of Puppies Using Fresh-Frozen Plasma to Counteract Parvo VirusA. Thaw plasma in warm (not hot) water.B. Administer intravenously at a dosage of 3 to 5 cc (ml) per pound
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