Elanco Cobalife Vb12 for Sheep & Cattle Vitamin B12 500mL Injection
- Active ingredient
- 2 mg/mL Hydroxocobalamin (present as hydroxocobalamin acetate)
- Controls
- Sheep and cattle: treatment and control of vitamin B12 deficiency.
- Suitable for
- Sheep, Cattle
- Withholding period
- Meat: Zero (0) days. Milk: Zero (0) days. ESI: Zero (0) days. — always confirm on the registered label
Cobalife VB12 for Sheep and Cattle is an injection containing 2 mg/mL hydroxocobalamin (as hydroxocobalamin acetate, vitamin B12) for the treatment and control of vitamin B12 deficiency in sheep and cattle.
Dose (subcutaneous injection only):
Lambs: 0.5 mL at marking or weaning
Sheep: 1 - 1.5 mL pre lambing
Calves: 2 - 3 mL from 2 months of age
Cows: 4 – 6 mL pre calving
The frequency of dosing should be related to the severity of the deficiencies. For instance, for sheep and cattle in extremely deficient areas, repeat dose every 2 - 3 months. In less deficient areas, repeat dose every 5 - 6 months or as found necessary.
Withholding periods:
Meat: Zero (0) days
Milk: Zero (0) days
ESI: Zero (0) days
Always read the registered label before use (APVMA 61466).
Active Ingredient: 2 mg/mL Hydroxocobalamin (present as hydroxocobalamin acetate)
Chemical Schedule: Unscheduled
APVMA Reg. No: 61466
For use on: Sheep, Cattle
Meat: Zero (0) days. Milk: Zero (0) days. ESI: Zero (0) days.
Always read the current registered product label before use. Withholding periods must be observed before slaughter, milking, or egg collection. The label supplied with the product is the legal document and takes precedence. If in doubt, contact TGRM on (07) 5482 1692 or the manufacturer directly.
Always read the current registered product label before use. Dose rates and withholding periods on this page are provided as a guide only. The registered label supplied with the product is the legal document and takes precedence. If in doubt, contact TGRM on (07) 5482 1692 or the manufacturer directly.
Always read the label and follow directions for use. The registered label is the legal document governing use of this product.
Download the Safety Data Sheet for this product:
Download SDS (PDF)Required for safe handling and storage. Keep on-site per WHS regulations.
Common Questions
What is Cobalife VB12 used for?
It is registered for the treatment and control of vitamin B12 deficiency in sheep and cattle. It contains 2 mg/mL hydroxocobalamin (as hydroxocobalamin acetate).
What is the dose?
Lambs 0.5 mL at marking or weaning; sheep 1 - 1.5 mL pre lambing; calves 2 - 3 mL from 2 months of age; cows 4 – 6 mL pre calving. Give by subcutaneous injection only.
What are the withholding periods?
Meat: Zero (0) days. Milk: Zero (0) days. ESI: Zero (0) days. Confirm the current ESI before use.
How should it be stored?
Store below 25 °C (air conditioning). Protect from light. Use the contents within 24 hours of first broaching the vial and discard the unused portion.
Do you ship this product Australia-wide?
Yes, this product ships Australia-wide via road courier. It is too large or heavy for Australia Post. Call us on (07) 5482 1692 if you have any questions about delivery to your area.
Can I Click & Collect from Gympie?
Yes — Click & Collect is available from our store at 55 Tozer St, Gympie. Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Sat 8am–12pm. Click & Collect is FREE on orders of $175 or more, or a flat $10 on orders under $175. Select Click & Collect at checkout and we will have your order ready.

