Ceffect® LC, 75 mg
Intramammary ointment for lactating cows
Composition
Each prefilled syringe of 8 g contains: Cefquinome (as sulfate) 75 mg.
Pharmacotherapeutic category
Antibacterial for intramammary use (4th generation cephalosporin).
Properties
Cefquinome is a broad-spectrum cephalosporin which acts by inhibition of the cell wall synthesis. It is characterized by its broad therapeutic spectrum of activity and a high stability against penicillinases and beta-lactamases. Cefquinome has antibiotic activity against common Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria including Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus dysgalactiae, Streptococcus agalactiae and Streptococcus uberis.
Indications
For the treatment of clinical mastitis in the lactating dairy cow caused by the following cefquinome-sensitive organisms: Streptococcus uberis, Streptococcus dysgalactiae, Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli.
Dosage, route and method of administration
The content of one syringe should be infused gently into the teat of the infected quarter every 12 hours after each of three successive milkings.
Shelf-life
32 months.
Packaging
Carton with 3, 15, 20 or 24 syringes of 8 g.
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