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
Information
Composition:
Contains per gram powder:
Colistin sulphate …………………………………………………………………………….. 1 200 000 IU.
Carrier ad ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1 g.
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 aminals with an active microbial digestion.
Side effects:
Renal dysfunction, neurotoxicity and neuromuscular blockade.
Packaging:
Sachet of 100 g and jar of 500 and 1000 g.
Usage
Dosage:
For oral administration:
– Calves, goats and sheep : Twice daily 5 g per 100 kg body weight for 5 – 7 days.
– Poultry and swine : 1 kg per 1000 – 2000 litres of drinking water or
500 – 1000 kg of feed for 5 – 7 days.
Note: for pre-ruminant calves, lambs and kids only.
Withdrawal times:
– For meat : 7 days.
