General Drug Information and Indications

Cephapirin sodium intramammary infusion for mastitis treatment in lactating cows. Cephapirin sodium intramammary infusion (200 mg). First-generation cephalosporin → binds PBPs → bactericidal cell wall synthesis inhibition. For treatment of clinical mastitis in lactating cows caused by susceptible coagulase-positive staphylococci and Streptococcus species. Milk withdrawal required. Key information Cephapirin sodium — lactating cow intramammary infusion. Aseptic infusion technique. Milk discard: 96 hours. Beef withdrawal: 4 days. Single-use syringe.

How to Give this Medication

Intramammary: clean and disinfect teat end; insert cannula; infuse full contents. Massage gland. Administer at 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

Intramammary: local udder irritation, teat discomfort. Milk withholding required. Hypersensitivity (cephalosporin class).

Precautions

For animals Observe food animal withdrawal times for milk and meat. Lactating dairy cattle only. See cephapirin. 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 antibiotic — administered by veterinary staff. Milk discard required.

Today dosage forms

ProductStrengthFormSizeType
TODAY 200 MG/TUBE PASTE: CEPHAPIRIN SODIUM200 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)