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Tilmicosin Injection
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What is Tilmicosin?
Active Ingredients: Tilmicosin
Tilmicosin Injection is an antibiotic drug used to treat various types of infections in animals like cows and sheep. It is indicated for the treatment of respiratory infections, ovine mastitis, ovine foot rot, and interdigital necrobacillosis (pododermatitis) that are caused by susceptible microorganisms.
Tilmicosin is a semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic. It works by inhibiting protein synthesis. Tilmicosin shows a broad spectrum of activity against Mycoplasma and gram-positive organisms, such as Staphylococcus, and some gram-negative bacteria like Pasteurella multocida and Mannheimia haemolytica.
It is important to note that Tilmicosin Injection is for veterinary purposes only.
AdvaCare Pharma is a GMP-certified manufacturer and supplier of Tilmicosin Injection. This livestock medication is produced in our facilities located in China, India, and the USA. We routinely inspect our production facilities to ensure our products meet quality and safety standards.
Why are we a trusted Tilmicosin manufacturer?
Tilmicosin 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.
Uses
What is Tilmicosin used for?
It's used to treat
- respiratory infections (Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella)
- ovine mastitis (Staphylococcus aureus, Mycoplasma)
- interdigital necrobacillosis
- ovine foot rot (Dichelobacter nodosus, Fusobacterium necrophorum)
What animals can be treated with Tilmicosin Injection?
It's recommended for sheep and cows.
How is a Tilmicosin Injection used?
This medication has been manufactured as a liquid, which is packaged in a vial. It is intended to be administered by subcutaneous injection. Tilmicosin Injection is intended for veterinary use only.
How should Tilmicosin Injection be stored?
This medication should be stored in a dark, dry location under 30°C. The vial should be sealed tightly.
What is the withdrawal period for Tilmicosin?
The withdrawal time is 9 days for meat.
Dosage
How much Tilmicosin Injection should be given to cows and sheep?
The usual dose is 10-20mg per kg body weight, given as a subcutaneous injection. In sheep greater than 15kg, administer a single subcutaneous dose of 10mg/kg of body weight (1ml/30kg). Do not inject more than 10ml per injection site.
Injection under the skin in the neck is suggested. If not accessible, inject under the skin behind the shoulders and over the ribs. The precise weighing of animals is important to avoid overdose. The diagnosis should be reconfirmed if no improvement is noted within 48h.
Side Effects
As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of Tilmicosin Injection.
Some common side effects may include but are not limited to:
- swelling
- head drooping
- lethargy
Serious side effects may include:
- allergic reaction
- ataxia
For a comprehensive list of all possible side effects of this medication, consult a veterinary physician.
Precautions
Do NOT use Tilmicosin Injection for an animal that:
- has a known allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
- is being treated with macrolides, lincosamides, or ionophores.
- belongs to the following species: equine, porcine or caprine
Treatment with this drug should be administered with caution if an animal:
- is pregnant or lactating.
- is being treated with adrenalin or β-adrenergic antagonists.
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