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Date: Saturday, April 20, 2024 12:01

Release 2.18
Terramycin Aerosol Spray 3.92% w/w cutaneous spray
 
Species: Sheep, Cattle
Therapeutic indication: Pharmaceuticals: Antimicrobials: Topical preparations: Skin
Active ingredient: Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride
Product:Terramycin® Aerosol Spray
Product index: Terramycin Aerosol Spray
Cattle - milk: Zero hours
Cattle - meat: Zero days
Sheep - meat: Zero days
Incorporating:
Presentation
Terramycin Aerosol Spray is a liquid containing in each 150 ml pack 4 g Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride (3.92% w/w) and is coloured with a blue marker dye. The product is presented in a pressurized container and formulated as a cutaneous spray with a spirit base to assist rapid drying after application. A special valve is incorporated enabling the pack to be operated efficiently both in the upright and inverted positions.
Uses
Terramycin Aerosol Spray is indicated for the treatment and control of topical infections caused by, or associated with, organisms sensitive to the action of oxytetracycline.
Specific indications
Foot rot and scald in sheep.
Digital dermatitis in cattle.
Dosage and administration
For topical application. Shake well before use. For ovine foot conditions a spray time of 3–5 seconds should be sufficient. Repeat treatment at weekly intervals where necessary. In foot rot apply only after appropriate paring of the hoof.
Contra-indications, warnings, etc
For external use only. Use only in a well ventilated area.
Do not spray in or near the eyes. Operators should wear impervious rubber gloves. Wash any splashes immediately. Wash hands after use. People with known hypersensitivity to oxytetracycline should avoid contact with this product.
Do not pierce or burn, even after use. Do not spray on a naked flame or any incandescent material. Keep away from sources of ignition. No smoking .
Withdrawal period
Cattle: meat – zero days. Milk – zero hours.
Sheep: meat – zero days.
User warnings
Do not spray in or near the eyes. Operators should wear impervious rubber gloves. Wash any splashes immediately. Wash hands after use. People with known hypersensitivity to oxytetracycline should avoid contact with this product.
Pharmaceutical precautions
Store in a dry place. Do not store above 25°C.
The container is pressurised, do not expose to temperatures above 50°C or sunlight. Do not puncture or incinerate even when empty. Extremely flammable.
Any unused veterinary medicinal product or waste materials derived from such veterinary medicinal products should be disposed of in accordance with local requirements.
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
For animal treatment only.
Legal category
Legal category: POM-V
Packaging quantities
150 ml aerosol spray.
Further information
Oxytetracycline possesses broad spectrum antimicrobial activity against a wide range of gram positive and gram negative bacteria, certain mycoplasmas, protozoa, rickettsiae and Chlamydia. Oxytetracycline is bacteriostatic and acts by inhibiting protein synthesis within the cell.
Marketing Authorisation Number
Vm 42058/4150
Significant changes
GTIN
GTIN description:150 ml:
GTIN:05013457070033