Tri-Solfen Topical Anaesthetic for Lambs & Calves

Tri-Solfen Wound Anaesthetic & Antiseptic Solution

Tri-Solfen Wound Anaesthetic & Antiseptic Solution is a 4-in-1 topical anaesthetic and antiseptic gel spray providing rapid, long-lasting pain relief, reduced bleeding, infection control and enhanced wound healing. It is the only product registered in Australia for sheep and cattle with all four modes of action, making it unrivalled for routine husbandry and surgical wound care.

Active Ingredients

• Lignocaine 40.6 g/L – immediate local anaesthetic
• Bupivacaine 4.2 g/L – prolonged pain relief
• Adrenaline 24.8 mg/L – reduces bleeding, prolongs anaesthetic effect
• Cetrimide 5 g/L – antiseptic for bacterial control

Suitable For

• Calves – castration, disbudding, dehorning
• Lambs – castration, tail docking, mulesing
• Piglets – castration & tail docking
• Horses – superficial traumatic skin wounds

Features & Benefits

• Contains lignocaine, bupivacaine, adrenaline & cetrimide
• Immediate pain relief within 1 minute
• Prolonged analgesia for up to 24 hours
• Reduces bleeding, shock and procedure-related stress
• Helps prevent bacterial wound infection
• Seals and protects wounds to support healing
• Addresses key animal welfare concerns incl. mulesing and castration
• Visible reduction in pain-related behaviours
• Easy on-farm application
• Registered and proven for use across multiple livestock species

How Tri-Solfen Works

• Fast & long-acting anaesthesia: lignocaine (fast) + bupivacaine (long)
• Bleeding reduction: adrenaline constricts blood vessels
• Antiseptic protection: cetrimide combats bacteria
• Gel barrier: adheres to wounds, protecting tissue and improving healing
• Improved welfare: reduces pain, inflammation and stress

Directions of Use

Use of the dedicated Tri-Solfen applicator is recommended.

Mulesing & Tail Docking (Lambs)

• Apply immediately after the procedure
• Ensure full coverage of wound and edges
• Do not spray to run-off
• Insecticidal mulesing treatments may be used afterwards (avoid high-volume sprays)

Mulesing Dose Guide:

• 5–10kg: 6mL
• 11–15kg: 8mL
• 16–20kg: 10mL
• >20kg: 12mL

Tail Docking (if done alone):

• <10kg: 1.5mL
• >10kg: 2mL

Castration (Lambs & Calves)

• Apply inside the scrotum before removing testicles
• One-third dose per spermatic cord + one-third to wound edges

Dose Guide:

• Lambs <10kg: 3mL
• Lambs >10kg: 4.5mL
• Calves 30–100kg: 6mL
• Calves >100kg: 9mL

Calf Disbudding / Dehorning

• Apply immediately after disbudding to fully coat the wound
• Repeat for second horn
• Prevent spray contact with eyes

Dose per Horn:

• Hot iron (calves <3 months): 4mL
• Scoop/cup/knife (calves >3 months): 4mL

Piglets

Tail Docking Dose:

• All weights: 0.5mL

Castration Dose:

• 1–2kg: 1.0mL
• 2–4kg: 2.0mL
• >4kg: 4.0mL

Horses – Superficial Skin Wounds

• Apply 1mL per 4cm² wound area
• Once daily for up to 7 days
• Do not exceed 80mL total
• Not for wounds near eyes, mouth or nostrils

Always follow the full label directions for safe and effective use.

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