Description:
Chlortetracycline belongs to the group of tetracyclines and acts bacteriostatic against many Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria like Bordetella, Campylobacter, Chlamydia, E. coli, Haemophilus, Mycoplasma, Pasteurella, Rickettsia, Salmonella, Staphylococcus and Streptococcus spp. The action of chlortetracycline is based on inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis. Chlortetracycline is mainly excreted in urine, for a small part in bile and in lactating animals in milk.
Information
Composition:
Contains per gram powder:
Chlortetracycline hydrochloride ……………………………………….. 200 mg.
Carrier ad …………………………………………………………………………….. 1 g.
Indications:
Gastrointestinal and respiratory infections caused by (chlortetracycline) sensitive bacteria, like Bordetella, Campylobacter, Chlamydia, E. coli, Haemophilus, Mycoplasma, Pasteurella, Rickettsia, Salmonella, Staphylococcus and Streptococcus spp. in calves, goats, poultry, sheep and swine.
Contra-indications:
Hypersensitivity to tetracyclines.
Administration to animals with a seriously impaired renal and/or hepatic function.
Concurrent administration of bactericidal agents like penicillins.
Administration to animals with an active microbial digestion.
Side effects:
Discoloration of teeth in young animals.
Hypersensitivity reactions.
Packaging:
Sachet of 100 g and jar of 500 and 1000 g
