Oxytetracycline belongs to the group of tetracyclines and acts bacteriostatic against many Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria like Bordetella, Campylobacter, Chlamydia, E. coli, Haemophilus, Mycoplasma, Pasteurella, Rickettsia, Salmonella, Staphylococcus and Streptococcus spp. The action of oxytetracycline is based on inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis. Oxytetracycline is mainly excreted in urine, for a small part in bile and in lactating animals in milk.

Indications

Arthritis, gastrointestinal and respiratory infections caused by oxytetracycline sensitive micro-organisms, like Bordetella, Campylobacter, Chlamydia, E. coli, Haemophilus, Mycoplasma, Pasteurella, Rickettsia, Salmonella, Staphylococcus and Streptococcus spp. in calves, goats, sheep and swine.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to tetracyclines.

Administration to animals with a seriously impaired renal and/or liver function.

Concurrent administration of penicillines, cephalosporines, quinolones and cycloserine.

Side Effects

After intramuscular administration local reactions can occur, which disappear in a few days.

Discoloration of teeth in young animals.

Hypersensitivity reactions.

Administration and Dosage

For intramuscular or subcutaneous administration:

Full-grown animals : 1 ml per 5 – 10 kg body weight, for 3 – 5 days.

Young animals : 2 ml per 5 – 10 kg body weight, for 3 – 5 days.

Do not administer more than 10 ml in swine and more than 5 ml in calves, goats and sheep per injection site.

Withdrawal Times

- For meat : 12 days.

- For milk : 5 days.

Storage

Store below 25ºC, in a cool and dry place, and protect from light.

For Veterinary UseOnly , Keep out of reach of children