General Drug Information and Indications

Oxytetracycline hydrochloride water-soluble powder for susceptible bacterial infections in livestock. Oxytetracycline HCl water-soluble powder. Mechanism: 30S ribosomal binding → aminoacyl-tRNA blocking → bacteriostatic protein synthesis inhibition. Administered in drinking water for poultry and livestock treatment programs. Key information Oxytetracycline long-acting injectable. Refrigerate. Deep IM only. Food animal withdrawal times apply.

How to Give this Medication

Oral water medication: dissolve in drinking water at prescribed concentration. Ensure animals drink medicated water as primary water 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, palatability issues. Photosensitivity. Tooth/bone staining (young animals). Superinfection. Withdrawal times required.

Precautions

For animals Tetracycline water-soluble powder — ensure adequate water intake. Observe food animal withdrawal times for milk and meat. Avoid in young animals. 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.

Overdose

Contact your veterinarian. Long-acting oxytetracycline overdose causes tissue necrosis at injection site and potential systemic effects.

Tetroxy Hca-280 dosage forms

ProductStrengthFormSizeType
TETROXY HCA-280 102.4 GRAMS POWDER: OXYTETRACYCLINE HCL—Powder1Commercial

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)