Tetramed 324 Hca 2 Lb
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Oxytetracycline water-soluble powder for bacterial infections in poultry, fish, and horses.
Oxytetracycline HCl water-soluble powder formulation. Bacteriostatic tetracycline — 30S ribosomal subunit binding → protein synthesis inhibition. Administered in drinking water for livestock and fish. Absorbed from GI tract; broad spectrum against susceptible bacterial and intracellular pathogens.
Key information
Oxytetracycline long-acting injectable. Refrigerate. Deep IM injection only — IV/SC causes severe tissue necrosis. Food animal withdrawal times required.
How to Give this Medication
Oral water medication: dissolve in drinking water at prescribed concentration. Ensure animals consume medicated water as primary source. 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
GI: diarrhea, anorexia. Photosensitivity. Water solubility/palatability issues at high concentrations. Crystalline renal deposits at high doses. Withdrawal times for food animals.
Precautions
For animals
Tetracycline water-soluble powder. Ensure adequate water intake. Observe food animal withdrawal times for milk and meat. Avoid in young animals (bone/tooth discoloration).
For people handling this medication
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Tetracycline water-soluble powder — Keep out of reach of children. Pregnant women and women of childbearing age should avoid contact. Avoid inhaling powder. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. after handling.
Overdose
Contact your veterinarian. Long-acting oxytetracycline overdose causes severe tissue necrosis at injection site and potential kidney toxicity.
Tetramed 324 Hca 2 Lb dosage forms
| Product | Strength | Form | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TETRAMED 324 HCA 2 LB 324GM/LB POWDER: TETRACYCLINE HCL | 324 GM | Powder | 1 | Commercial |
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)