Xylazine hydrochloride
Zyntex provides high-purity Xylazine Hydrochloride, a non-narcotic compound widely used in veterinary medicine. It serves as a potent sedative, analgesic, and muscle relaxant, essential for clinical examinations and surgical premedication in diverse animal species.
Description
Comprehensive Product Overview
In modern veterinary practice, Xylazine Hydrochloride is a cornerstone for chemical restraint and pain management. Its mechanism of action involves the stimulation of central alpha-2 receptors, which decreases the release of norepinephrine and dopamine. This results in rapid-onset sedation and a sleep-like state, the depth of which is dose-dependent. Zyntex ensures a high-purity crystalline form that offers excellent solubility in aqueous solutions, facilitating the manufacture of 2%, 10%, and 30% injectable solutions.
Beyond simple sedation, Xylazine HCl is frequently utilized as a pre-anesthetic agent. When used in conjunction with other anesthetics like Ketamine or Barbiturates, it significantly reduces the required dosage of those agents, thereby improving the safety profile of general anesthesia. It is particularly effective for managing colic pain in horses and for facilitating minor surgical procedures in cattle and zoo animals. Moreover, its effects can be efficiently reversed using antagonists such as Yohimbine or Atipamezole, providing veterinarians with precise control over the duration of the sedative state. Consequently, Zyntex’s Xylazine Hydrochloride is an indispensable tool for pharmaceutical manufacturers producing high-reliability veterinary sedatives. Finally, our strict adherence to quality protocols ensures that our API is free from harmful impurities and meets the rigorous demands of global regulatory agencies.
Key Veterinary Applications
This versatile sedative API is critical across several animal health sectors:
🐎 Equine Medicine
Essential for handling fractious horses, diagnostic imaging, and dental procedures, providing rapid sedation and visceral pain relief.
🐄 Livestock & Ruminants
Used for minor surgeries and hoof treatments in cattle and sheep; note that ruminants exhibit high sensitivity and require lower dosages.
💉 Surgical Pre-medication
Commonly paired with ketamine to provide short-term surgical anesthesia and improved muscle relaxation in cats and dogs.
🦒 Zoo & Wildlife Management
Applied in the immobilization of large wildlife species for transport, medical examination, and radio-collaring.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification Standard |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Xylazine Hydrochloride |
| CAS Number | 23076-35-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C12H16N2S · HCl |
| Assay (Purity) | 98.0% – 102.0% (USP Standard) |
| Appearance | White or almost white crystalline powder |
🔬 Scientific Data: For detailed pharmacodynamics and regulatory safety reports, consult: PubChem Entry: Xylazine HCl (External Link)
