Gentamicin Sulfate Injection

Active Ingredients: Gentamicin Sulfate

Gentamicin Sulfate Injection is a drug used to treat severe bacterial infections, such as endocarditis, pneumonia, mastitis, and urinary tract infections. This antibiotic may be used to prevent the development of drug-resistant bacteria. Gentamicin Sulfate is also prescribed as prophylaxis for surgery.

Gentamicin may be administered to help improve conception for mares with uterine infections.

Gentamicin Sulfate Injection is suitable for a wide range of species, including cats, dogs, goats, sheep, horses, poultry and pigs.

Gentamicin Sulfate is classified as an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It works by inhibiting protein synthesis within the bacteria. It shows activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

It is important to note that Gentamicin Sulfate Injection is for veterinary purposes only. Although there are similar medications available for human use, this particular formulation is recommended to be prescribed by a veterinary doctor or animal care specialist for an animal.

AdvaCare Pharma is a global supplier of Gentamicin Sulfate Injection. AdvaCare excels at the production of high-quality yet cost-effective livestock treatments. This veterinary medicine has been manufactured in our GMP-certified facilities located in China, India, and the USA.

Gentamicin Injection is manufactured and globally distributed by AdvaCare Pharma, a leading manufacturer of veterinary injections in the pharmaceutical industry. We have been committed to distributing high-quality, GMP-certified veterinary medications for the global market for the past 20 years. To ensure that our products meet and surpass our distributors' requirements, we carry out routine internal and third-party facility audits.

What is Gentamicin Sulfate used for?

What animals can be treated with Gentamicin Sulfate Injection?

This medicine is recommended for cats, dogs, horses, and livestock animals like cows, goats, sheep, and pigs.

How is a Gentamicin Sulfate Injection used?

This medication has been manufactured as a liquid, which is packaged in a vial. It is intended to be administered by SC/IV/IM injection. Gentamicin Sulfate Injection is intended for veterinary use only.

How should Gentamicin Sulfate Injection be stored?

This medication should be stored in a dark, dry location between 20-55°C. The vial should be sealed tightly.

What is the withdrawal period for Gentamicin Sulfate?

The withdrawal time is 18 months or more for meat.

How much Gentamicin Sulfate Injection should be given to pigs?

For a 1-to-3-day-old piglet, the usual dose is 5mg, given once IM.

How much Gentamicin Sulfate Injection should be given to poultry?

For a 1-day-old chick, the usual dose is 0.2mg, given once SC in the neck.

How much Gentamicin Sulfate Injection should be given to dogs or cats?

The usual dose is 4.4mg/kg, given twice on the first day SC/IV/IM. Then, a dose of 4.4mg/kg once a day thereafter. The average duration of treatment is 5-7 days.

How much Gentamicin Sulfate Injection should be given to horses?

The usual dose is 20-25ml (2-2.5g Gentamicin) per day for 3 to 5 days during estrus.

As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of Gentamicin Sulfate Injection.

For a comprehensive list of all possible side effects of this medication, consult a veterinary physician.

There are known interactions between Gentamicin Sulfate and other drugs, including omeprazole, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA/aspirin), and ibuprofen.