Sulfatrim Oral
ATC code
Species
Rabbits, pigeons and Bearded Dragons.
Indications
Treatment of gastrointestinal infections caused by protozoa (namely coccidian) sensitive to the combination of trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole.
Dose to be administered and administration route
For oral administration.
To ensure a correct dosage, bodyweight should be determined as accurately as possible to avoid under-dosing.
|
Species |
Dose (mg/kg) TMP+SMZ |
Frequency daily |
ml solution/kg |
Durations (days) |
|
Rabbit |
20 - 30 |
2 |
0.2 – 0.3 |
10 - 14 |
|
Pigeon |
25 - 50 |
2 |
0.2 – 0.5 |
10 - 14 |
|
Bearded dragon |
15 – 20 |
1* |
0.15 – 0.2 |
7 – 14 |
* Some literature advises alternate day dosing after the second dose has been administered.
This is a limited marketing authorisation and the above dosages are in accordance with those reported for the active substances in the target species. Any suspected adverse events or suspected lack of efficacy must be reported to the Marketing Authorisation Holder or the Veterinary Medicines Directorate
Adverse reactions
Sulfonamides can cause various hypersensitivity reactions or signs of gastrointestinal disease by altering the normal gut flora.Regurgitation may be seen in birds.
CNS stimulation and myelin degeneration have been noted after very high dosages.
