Description
Enrofloxacin belongs to the group of quinolones and acts bactericidal against mainly gramnegative bacteria like campylobacter, e. coli, haemophilus, pasteurella, mycoplasma and salmonella spp.
Indications
Gastrointestinal and respiratory infections caused by enrofloxacin sensitive micro-organisms, like campylobacter, e. coli, haemophilus, mycoplasma, pasteurella and salmonella spp. in calves, cattle, sheep, goats and swine.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to enrofloxacin. administration to animals with a seriously impaired hepatic and/or renal function. concurrent administration of tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, macrolides and lincosamides.
Side Effects
Administration to young animals during growth can cause cartilage lesions in joints. hypersensitivity reactions may occur.
Dosage and administration
For intramuscular or subcutaneous administration:
Calves, cattle, sheep and goats : 1 ml per 20 – 40 kg body weight for 3 – 5 days
Swine : 1 ml per 20 – 40 kg body weight for 3 – 5 days.
Withdrawal period
Meat: calves, cattle, sheep and goats : 21 days.
Swine : 14 days.
Milk : 4 days.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place, and protect from light.
For veterinary use only.
