Gentamycin Sulphate injection

Gentamycin injection 10%

(For Veterinary Use Only)

Composition:

Contains per ml:

Gentamycin base ...........       100 mg

Solvents ad.  ....................         1 ml  

Description:

Gentamycin belongs to the group of aminoglycosides and acts bactericidal against mainly Gram-negative bacteria like E. coli, Klebsiella, Pasteurella and Salmonella spp. The bactericidal action is based on inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis.

Indications:

Gastrointestinal and respiratory infections caused by gentamycin sensitive bacteria, like E. coli, Klebsiella, Pasteurella and Salmonella spp., in calves, cattle, goats, sheep and swine.

Contra indications:

Hypersensitivity to gentamycin.

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

Concurrent administration with nephrotoxic substances.

Side effects: 

Hypersensitivity reactions.

High and prolonged application may result in neurotoxicity, ototoxicity or nephrotoxicity.

Dosage:

For intramuscular administration:

General: Twice daily 1 ml. per 20 - 40 kg. body weight for 3 days.

Withdrawal times:

- For kidneys: 45 days.

- For meat: 7 days.

- For milk: 3 days.

Warning:

Keep out of reach of children.

Shelf life: 3 years

Storage:

Protect from light and store in a cool dry place and below 30℃.