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.​