Description
Sulfatrim is a broad-spectrum injectable antibiotic containing a combination of sulfamethoxazole (20 g/100 mL) and trimethoprim (4 g/100 mL). This synergistic combination enhances the antimicrobial efficacy, making it effective against a wide range of bacterial pathogens.
Indications:
Cattle, Sheep, and Goats: Treatment of infections of the gastrointestinal tract, urogenital system, respiratory tract, and septicemias caused by susceptible Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
Swine: Effective against gastrointestinal and respiratory infections, as well as septicemias.
Dogs and Cats: Management of urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and soft tissue infections.
Poultry: Treatment of infections caused by susceptible organisms.
Key Benefits:
Broad-Spectrum Activity: Effective against a wide range of bacterial pathogens, including both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
Synergistic Combination: The combination of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim enhances antimicrobial efficacy, reducing the risk of resistance development.
Multiple Species Application: Suitable for use in various animal species, including livestock and companion animals.
Dosage/Application:
General Dosage: Administer 15–20 mg/kg of body weight, equivalent to 1 mL per 12–16 kg of body weight.
Administration Routes: Intravenous, intramuscular, subcutaneous, or oral (diluted in water).
Frequency: Repeat the dose every 24 to 48 hours, depending on the severity of the infection and as directed by a veterinarian.
Species-Specific Dosage:
Dairy Cattle and Adult Horses: 20 to 30 mL.
Calves and Colts: 5 to 15 mL.
Sheep and Goats: 3 to 5 mL.
Lambs and Suckling Pigs: 0.5 to 1 mL.
Adult Swine: 5 to 10 mL.
Dogs and Cats: 1 to 3 mL.
Lightweight Birds: 0.2 mL per kg.
Heavyweight Birds: 0.15 mL per kg.
Oral Administration:
Dilute 1 mL of Sulfatrim in 0.5 L of water.
Ensure animals have free access to the medicated water.
Continue administration as directed by a veterinarian.
Precautions:
Injection Rate: Administer intravenous injections slowly to prevent respiratory distress and collapse.
Administration Technique: Avoid mixing Sulfatrim with other products in the same syringe.
Contraindications: Do not administer to animals with severe hepatic affections, blood dyscrasias, renal insufficiency, or known hypersensitivity to the components.
Overdose Management: In case of overdose, provide proper ventilation and administer intravenous electrolyte solutions as supportive care.
Withdrawal Periods:
Milk Withdrawal: 5 days.
Poultry Withdrawal: 5 days.
Storage:
Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place, away from heat and direct sunlight.