Anased Injectable

Giving your pet an injection might feel intimidating at first, but with practice, it becomes routine. Follow these steps for safe and stress-free injections.

Get Your Supplies Ready

1. Medication vial or pre-filled syringe
2. Alcohol swabs
3. Sterile syringe & needle (if not pre-filled)
4. Sharps container for safe needle disposal

Drawing Up the Dose (if needed)

1. Clean the vial top with an alcohol swab
2. Attach needle to syringe
3. Pull in air equal to the dose
4. Insert needle into vial, push air in
5. Draw out the correct dose
6. Tap out air bubbles

Pick the Injection Site

1. Subcutaneous (under the skin): Loose skin between shoulder blades or side
2. Intramuscular (into muscle): As directed by your vet

Prep the Area

1. Pinch a fold of skin to form a “tent” (for subcutaneous). Wipe with alcohol if recommended.

Inject the Medication

1. Hold the syringe like a pencil
2. Insert the needle into the base of the skin tent at a 45° angle
3. Push the plunger slowly to inject

After the Injection

1. Remove the needle smoothly
2. Place it immediately in the sharps container (don’t recap)
3. Pat the area and give your pet praise or a treat

Safety Tips

1. Never reuse needles
2. Always dispose of used needles properly
3. Ask your vet for help if unsure

Xylazine is an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist that produces sedation, muscle relaxation and mild pain relief by acting on receptors in the central nervous system. It is commonly used to facilitate restraint, minor procedures, and diagnostic or dental work of short duration. The actions described here reflect the product's FDA-approved labeling; your veterinarian determines the appropriate use for your animal.

Xylazine can cause significant drops in heart rate and blood pressure, and should be used with caution in animals with cardiac disease. It may cause vomiting, particularly in cats, and should be used carefully in patients with a compromised airway or gastrointestinal obstruction risk. Xylazine is not recommended in late-term pregnancy. As with other alpha-2 agonists, effects can be reversed with a specific antagonist if needed — your veterinarian will determine if this is appropriate. Competition/performance animals: Xylazine is a restricted substance under most equine competition and racing regulations. Horses receiving xylazine are subject to withdrawal time requirements before competing; consult your veterinarian and the relevant governing body for current withdrawal guidance. This is an FDA-approved commercial product; it is not compounded, and this description does not apply to any compounded formulation. Compounded drugs are not approved by the FDA for safety or effectiveness.