General Drug Information and Indications

Ceftiofur hydrochloride intramammary infusion for clinical mastitis in lactating dairy cows. Ceftiofur hydrochloride intramammary infusion. Third-generation cephalosporin — binds PBPs → inhibits cell wall synthesis (bactericidal). High drug concentrations delivered directly to mammary gland. For treatment of clinical bovine mastitis caused by susceptible bacteria. Key information Ceftiofur for intramammary use in cattle. Beef withdrawal: 16 days for LC (lactating cow); 72-hour milk discard for DC (dry cow). Single-use syringe. Aseptic technique for infusion.

How to Give this Medication

Intramammary: clean and disinfect teat end before infusion. Insert cannula tip; infuse entire contents of pre-filled syringe. Massage upward toward gland. Administer at time of milking. Store at room temperature; protect from light. If a dose is missed This medication is administered by a veterinarian or veterinary staff in a clinical setting. Missed doses are managed by your veterinary team — contact your veterinarian to reschedule.

Side Effects

Local mammary irritation. Hypersensitivity (cephalosporin class). Milk withdrawal required. GI: minimal systemic absorption. Generally well tolerated.

Precautions

For animals Observe food animal withdrawal times for milk and meat. For lactating cow intramammary use. Confirm susceptible organism. Verify teat orifice is patent before administration. For people handling this medication Wear gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Intramammary cephalosporin — inform doctor if beta-lactam allergic. Wear gloves.

Overdose

Contact your veterinarian. Intramammary ceftiofur — administered by veterinary staff.

Spectramast Lc dosage forms

ProductStrengthFormSizeType
SPECTRAMAST LC 125MG/10ML PASTE125 MGPaste1Commercial

Sources

This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual (merckvetmanual.com); Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)