Biocillin-200 WS
Amoxicillin 20% water-soluble powder
- Composition
- Contains per gram powder:
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Amoxicillin trihydrate200 mg.
Description
Amoxicillin is a semisynthetic broad-spectrum penicillin with a bactericidal action against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. The spectrum of amoxicillin includes Campylobacter spp., Clostridium spp., Corynebacterium spp., E. coli, Erysipelothrix spp., Haemophilus spp., Pasteurella spp., Salmonella spp., penicillinase-negative Staphylococcus spp. and Streptococcus spp. The bactericidal action is due to inhibition of cell wall synthesis. Amoxicillin is mainly excreted in urine. A major part can also be excreted in bile.
Indications
Gastrointestinal, respiratory and urinary tract infections caused by amoxicillin-sensitive microorganisms, like Campylobacter spp., Clostridium spp., Corynebacterium spp., E. coli, Erysipelothrix spp., Haemophilus spp., Pasteurella spp., Salmonella spp., penicillinase-negative Staphylococcus spp. and Streptococcus spp. in calves, sheep, goats, swine and poultry.
Contra indications
Hypersensitivity to amoxicillin.
Administration to animals with a seriously impaired renal function.
Concurrent administration of tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, macrolides and lincosamides.
Administration to animals with an active microbial digestion.
Side effects
Hypersensitivity reactions may occur.Dosage
For oral administration.
Calves, sheep and goats:
Twice daily, 5 g per 100 kg body weight for 3 - 5 days.
Swine and poultry:
1 kg per 1000 - 2000 litres of drinking water for 3 - 5 days.
Note: for pre-ruminant calves, lambs and kids only.
Withdrawal times
- For meat:Calves, sheep, goats and swine: 8 days.
Poultry: 3 days.
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