What is the difference between Dexamethasone and Dextrose. One if Rx and I saw dextrose at tsc. But what are they used for? I'm always seeing people say "give dex" for different things
Dextrose is also very useful for 'dummy' kids - kids born under very cold circumstances that, for one reason or another, don't get up right away and nurse and subsequently lose their instinct to nurse. Mix it with very warm water at the ratio of 50% dextrose and 50% water in a 60 cc syringe and tube using a weak kid syringe. It is 'brain food' in that it is easily absorbed, and will perk them up and get them sucking.
1 - 4 of 4 Posts
This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Please consider creating a new thread.
A forum community dedicated to goat owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about breeding, health, behavior, housing, adopting, care, classifieds, and more!