Introduction

Company name: Animalcare Limited

Address: Common Road

Dunnington

York YO19 5RU

Telephone: 01904 487687

Fax: 01904 487611

Email: animalcare@animalcare.co.uk

Presentation

A blue coloured aerosol cutaneous spray containing 5 g Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride per 140 g can (3.6% w/w)

Uses

Oxytetracycline is active against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogenic bacteria.

Oxycare Aerosol is indicated for the treatment of foot rot in sheep and topical infections caused by Oxytetracycline-sensitive organisms in cattle, sheep and pigs.

Use of this product should be based on susceptibly testing of the bacteria isolated from the animal. If this is not possible, therapy should be based on local (regional, farm level) epidemiological information about susceptibility of the target bacteria.

Dosage and administration

For the treatment of foot rot, the hooves should be cleaned and pared prior to administration. Wounds should be cleaned prior to administration. Shake the can before use. Spray for a few seconds or until the lesion is adequately covered.

Treated sheep should be allowed to stand on dry ground for one hour before returning to pasture.

Contra-indications, warnings, etc

Keep away from eyes. Avoid contact with skin. Wash hands after use. Avoid inhaling vapours. Pressurised container. Protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures above 50°C. Do not pierce or burn, even after use. Do not spray on a naked flame or any incandescent material. For external use only.

Highly flammable. Must be used in a well ventilated area. Do not smoke when using this product.

Withdrawal Period

Meat - Nil

Milk - Nil

Pharmaceutical precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not store above 25°C

Legal category

POM-V

Packaging Quantities

Aerosol of 140 g.

Further information

Dispose of any unused product and empty containers in accordance with guidance from your local waste regulation authority.

Marketing authorisation number

2000/4164.