Cloxatin^® DC

Intramammary infusion

Therapeutically classification: Antibiotic

Composition: Each 10 g syringe contains:

Target species: Dry cows

Indications:

Cloxatin ^® is indicated in the control and treatment of mastitis in dairy cows during the dry period due to Streptococcus agalactiae and Staphylococcus aureus including penicillin-resistant strains.

Mechanism of action:

Cloxacillin benzathine has bactericidal activity against gram-positive bacteria. It is semisynthetic and in the same class as penicillin. Cloxacillin is used against staphylococci that produce beta-lactamase and due to its large R chain which does not allow the beta-lactamase to bind. Cloxacillin has less antibacterial activity than benzylpenicillin.

Dosage & Administration:

Clean and disinfect the teat, then infuse one syringe into each quarter at the last lactating. Massage the medication up into the milk cistern.

Withdrawal time:

Milk: 4 days after parturition

Meat: 28 days after the last treatment

Contra-indications:

Not to be used within 30 days of calving.

Do not use in lactating cows.

Caution:

Shake well before use.

Allergic reaction may occur in some animals.

Use only under the prescription of a veterinarian.

Keep out of reach and sight of children.

Storage:

Do not store above 25°C, keep away from light and freezing

Packing:

20×10 g syringes in a box

For veterinary use only