Composition:
Suspension of 25 mg cefquinome per ml (corresponding with 29.64 cefquinome sulphate per ml)
Indications for use:
For the treatment of infection caused by susceptible organisms in cattle and pigs.
Contraindications:
Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins is rare, however cefquinome should not be administered to animals which are known to be hypersensitive to ß-lactam antibiotics.
Dosage and Administration:
| SPECIES | DOSAGE | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|
| Cattle | 1 mg Cefquinome/kg bodyweight (equivalent to 2ml per 50kg bw) |
Daily for 3-5 consecutive days |
| Pigs | 2 mg Cefquinome/kg bodyweight (equivalent to 2ml per 25kg bw) |
Daily for 3 consecutive days |
All treatments are to be given by intramuscular injection. Studies have indicated the advisability of giving second and subsequent injections at a different injection site.
Shake the vial well before using.
Withdrawal Period:
Pig: Meat-3 day
Cattle: Milk- 1 day, Meat- 5 days
Storage:
Store at 2°C to 8°C and protect from light.
Presentation:
50 ml multidose vial