FLORVET-200
Antibiotics
FLORVET-200
FLORO-200 is a synthetic broad spectrum antibiotic effective against most gram positive and gramnegative bacteria isolated from domestic animals. Florfenicol acts by inhibiting protein synthesis at the ribosomal level and is bacteriostatic. However, bactericidal activity has been demonstrated invitro against Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae and Pasteurella multocida.
COMPOSITION
Contains per ml oral solution:
Florfenicol
100 mg
INDICATIONS
Treatment and prevention of gastrointestinal and respiratory infections in poultry and swine caused by microorganisms susceptible to florfenicol such as Pasteurella multocida andActinobacillus pleuropneumoniae.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Hypersensitivity to florfenicol. Animals intended for breeding.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
For oral administration in drinking water.
Swine: 2 liters per 1,000 liters of water continuously for 5 days (20 mg florfenicol per kg body weight)
Poultry: 1 liter per 1,000 liters of water continuously for 3 days (30 mg florfenicol per kg body weight)
Shake well before use. Medicated water should be used immediately and refreshed every 24 hours for the duration of the treatment.
SIDE EFFECTS
Decrease in water and feed consumption, softening of faeces or diarrhoea. In swine transient perianal and rectal erythema/oedema and rectum prolapse may occur.
PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
Not recommended for use in pregnant or lactating animals. It is recommended that the susceptibility of the causative microorganisms is established before treatment is commenced. Severely sick animals have altered drinking patterns and may need to be medicated parenterally. Dosage may need to be adjusted to reflect herd or flock water consumption. Do not use or store in galvanized metal watering systems or containers. People with known hypersensitivity to florfenicol or polyethylene glycols should avoid contact with this product. In case of accidental spillage onto skin, rinse with water.
WITHDRAWAL TIMES
Meat and offal: 21 days (swine); 7 days (poultry).
Do not use in layers producing eggs for human consumption.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Store below 25°C. Do not freeze.
PACKING
500 ml,1 litre bottles