Bovaclox DC Xtra
Active substance
ATC code
Species
Cattle
Indications
Formulated for use in the dairy cow at the point of drying off, that is, immediately after the last milking of the lactation, in order to treat existing mastitis and to provide protection against further infections during the dry period
A useful aid in reducing the incidence of summer mastitis in heifers and dry cows at risk
Active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms which are associated with mastitis and is effective against Streptococcus agalactiae and other Streptococcus species, penicillin resistant and sensitive Staphylococci, Corynebacterium, Arcanobacteria species, Escherichia coli and other susceptible Gram- negative bacteria.
Cloxacillin benzathine and ampicillin trihydrate in a long-acting base maintain effective antibacterial levels in the dry cow udder for up to 10 weeks and are non-irritant to udder tissue.
Dose to be administered and administration route
Dry Off Therapy: After the final milking of a lactation, clean and disinfect the teats and introduce the contents of one tube into each quarter via the teat canal. Avoid contamination of the syringe nozzle.
When infusing heifers it is important that the syringe nozzle is not introduced into the teat. The recommended procedure is as follows:
The animal(s) should be properly restrained. The teats are cleaned and disinfected. The teat orifice is located and the nozzle of the syringe placed against it but NOT inserted. When the syringe plunger is depressed the antibiotic passes easily through the teat into the udder.
Adverse reactions
None known
References
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| EAN | 5023534004004 |
