Ralgro

Ralgro, zeranol, is an anabolic agent that increases rate of weight gain and improves feed conversion of weaned beef calves, growing beef cattle, feedlot steers and feedlot heifers. It also increases rate of weight gain of suckling beef calves. Do not use in veal calves. Effectiveness and animal safety in veal calves have not been established. Do not use in bulls intended for reproduction or dairy animals. Do not use before 1 month of age or after weaning in heifers intended for reproduction. Edema of the vulva and udder, teat elongation, rectal and vaginal prolapse, and signs of estrus may occur when heifers are implanted. Delayed testicular development may occur in young males. To avoid difficulty in castration, young males should be castrated at the time of implanting. Do not attempt to salvage implant site for human or animal food. Implant pellets in the ear only. Any other location is in violation of federal law. A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre ruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Use only as directed. Ralgro pellets are stable when stored between 2° and 25°C (36° and 77°F). Ralgro pellets each contain 12mg of zeranol. Three pellets are required for 36mg dose.