Target species
Horses, cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, mink, rabbits.
Indications for use
In all target species:
Treatment of superficial wound infections caused by micro-organisms susceptible to thiamphenicol.
In cattle, goats and sheep:
Treatment of infections of the claw and hoof such as foot rot, interdigital dermatitis, digital dermatitis caused by micro-organisms susceptible to thiamphenicol.
Contraindications
Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients. See also Withdrawal periods.
Special warnings for each target species
Clean the affected area thoroughly before spraying. After administration of the product the animal should be kept on dry ground for at least one hour.
Special precautions for use in animals
Protect the eyes when spraying in the vicinity of the head. The animal should be prevented from licking the treated area, or treated areas on other animals.
Use of the product should be based on susceptibility testing and take into account official and local antimicrobial policies. Use of the product deviating from the instructions given in this datasheet may increase the prevalence of bacterial resistance.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals
In cases of accidental eye contact, this product may cause irritation. The use of eye protection (such as safety glasses) is recommended. Do not spray towards a person. If irritation occurs, seek medical advice and show the label or package leaflet to the physician.
Asthma and rhinitis may occur following inhalation. Do not inhale vapours. Apply the product in the open air, or in a sufficiently ventilated area.
This product can be toxic when ingested.
Contact with the treated area should be avoided and children should not be allowed to play with treated pet animals until the application site is dry.
Do not eat, drink or smoke during administration.
Hypersensitivity (allergy) to thiamphenicol may occur rarely. People with known hypersensitivity to thiamphenicol should avoid contact with the veterinary medicinal product. Should symptoms occur such as swelling of the face, lips or eyes or difficulty breathing, seek urgent medical attention.
Wash hands after use.
Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source.
Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
The safety of the veterinary medicinal product has not been established during pregnancy and lactation. Only use in accordance with the benefit/risk assessment by the responsible veterinarian.
Amounts to be administered and administration route
Cutaneous use. Shake the container thoroughly before spraying. Spray the solution on the affected area for 3 seconds (equivalent to approximately 45 mg thiamphenicol) once a day. Treatment can be repeated depending on the healing process, up to 3 consecutive days.
The container should be held at a distance of approximately 15-20 cm from the area to be sprayed. For optimal use, wounds should be cleaned before application. The spray container is suitable to be used in upright and inverted positions.
Withdrawal periods
Meat and offal:
Horses, cattle, goats, sheep, rabbits: zero days.
Pigs: 14 days.
Milk: zero hours.
Do not use on the udder of lactating animals if their milk is intended for human consumption.