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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: May 6, 2024) |
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Title 21 - Food and Drugs |
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Chapter I - Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health and Human Services |
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SubChapter E - Animal Drugs, Feeds, and Related Products |
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Part 522 - Implantation or Injectable Dosage Form New Animal Drugs |
§ 522.300 - Carfentanil.
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§ 522.300 Carfentanil.
(a) Specifications. Each milliliter of solution contains 3 milligrams (mg) carfentanil citrate.
(b) Sponsor. See No. 053923 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter.
(c) Conditions of use -
(1) Amount. Administer 5 to 20 micrograms per kilogram (0.005 to 0.020 mg per kilogram) of body weight into large muscle of the neck, shoulder, back, or hindquarter.
(2) Indications for use. For immobilizing free ranging and confined members of the family Cervidae (deer, elk, and moose).
(3) Limitations. Do not use in domestic animals intended for food. Do not use 30 days before or during hunting season. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. The licensed veterinarian shall be a veterinarian engaged in zoo and exotic animal practice, wildlife management programs, or research.
[79 FR 16185, Mar. 25, 2014]