Colistin Sulfate Soluble Powder 10%

Product Description

Composition: 

Contains per gram powder:

Colistin sulfate……………………………………….…..3000000 IU.

Excipients ad……………………………………………1 g.

Description:

Colistin is an antibiotic from the group of polymyxins with a bactericidal action against Gram-negative bacteria like E. coli, Haemophilus and Salmonella. Since colistin is absorbed for a very small part after oral administration only gastrointestinal indications are relevant.

Indications:

Gastrointestinal infections caused by colistin sensitive bacteria, like E. coli, Haemophilus and Salmonella spp. in calves, goats, poultry, sheep and swine.

Contra indications:

Hypersensitivity to colistin.

Administration to animals with a seriously impaired renal function.

Administration to animals with an active microbial digestion.

Side effects:

Renal dysfunction, neurotoxicity and neuromuscular blockade may occur.

Dosage:

For oral administration:

Calves, goats and sheep:Twice daily 2 g per 100 kg body weight for 5 – 7 days.

Poultry and swine:1 kg per 400 – 800 litres of drinking water or 200 – 500 kg of feed for 5 – 7 days.

Note: for pre-ruminant calves, lambs and kids only.

Withdrawal period:

For meat: 7 days.

Storage:

Store below 25ºC, in a cool and dry place, and protect from light.

For Veterinary Use Only

Keep out of reach of children