Gentamicin injection 4%

Composition:
Contains per ml.:
Gentamycin base     40 mg.
Solvents ad.  1 ml.

Description:
Gentamycin belongs to the group of aminoglycosides and acts bactericidal against mainly Gram-negative bacteria like E. coli, Klebsiella, Pasteurella and Salmonella spp. The bactericidal action is based on inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis. 
Indications:Gastrointestinal and respiratory infections caused by gentamycin sensitive bacteria, like E. coli, Klebsiella, Pasteurella and Salmonella spp., in calves, cattle, goats, sheep and swine. 

Contra indications:
Hypersensitivity to gentamycin.
Administration to animals with a serious impaired liver and/or renal function.
Concurrent administration with nephrotoxic substances.

Side effects:
Hypersensitivity reactions.
High and prolonged application may result in neurotoxicity, ototoxicity or nephrotoxicity.

Dosage:
For intramuscular administration:
General: Twice daily 1 ml. per 8 - 16 kg. body weight for 3 days.

Withdrawal times:
For kidneys : 45 days.
For meat : 7 days.
For milk : 3 days.

Warming: Keep out of reach of children.

Shelf life: 3 years

STORAGE:Protect from light and store in a cool dry place and below 30ºC.