{"product_id":"sodium-sulfamethazine-soluble-powder","title":"SMZ-Med 454 (sodium sulfamethazine) Soluble Powder (1 lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg width=\"700\" alt=\"RX MAP\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/rx-map.webp\" data-original=\"https:\/\/shopify-images-bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/rx-map.jpg\" data-files=\"rx-map.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffective Bacterial Infection Treatment for Livestock Animals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSMZ-Med 454 (Sodium Sulfamethazine) Soluble Powder is a prescription antimicrobial made for livestock including cattle, swine, chickens, and turkeys. It helps \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/farm-animal-antibiotics\" title=\"Farm animal antibiotics: livestock health solutions | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Farm animal antibiotics: livestock health solutions | hardypaw\"\u003etreat bacterial infections\u003c\/a\u003e such as pneumonia, scours, and foot rot, while also helping keep coccidiosis under control in poultry. This water-soluble powder can be mixed into drinking water or given as a drench, making daily dosing straightforward and convenient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad-Spectrum Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Targets multiple bacterial infections including pneumonia, scours, and foot rot across a variety of livestock species.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Species Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Suitable for cattle, beef cattle, swine, chickens, and turkeys, making it a versatile treatment option across the farm.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Administration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Can be given as an oral drench or mixed into drinking water, giving farmers a practical and adaptable dosing method.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoultry Disease Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Helps manage coccidiosis and other bacterial diseases in chickens and turkeys effectively when used as directed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRespiratory Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Helps treat respiratory conditions like \u003ca href=\"\/products\/baytril-100-injectable-solution-100ml\" title=\"Baytril 100 (enrofloxacin) injectable solution | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Baytril 100 (enrofloxacin) injectable solution | hardypaw\"\u003ebovine respiratory disease\u003c\/a\u003e and bacterial pneumonia in livestock.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient Powder Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e The water-soluble formulation mixes evenly into drinking systems, making it \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sulfadimethoxine-oral-solution\" title=\"Sulfadimethoxine 12.5% – oral antibiotic for livestock\" aria-label=\"Sulfadimethoxine 12.5% – oral antibiotic for livestock\"\u003eeasy to treat an entire herd or flock at once\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSodium Sulfamethazine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage \u0026amp; Administration Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Administration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Mix the soluble powder into drinking water once daily to make sure every animal in the herd or flock gets a consistent dose.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOral Drench Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e For animals that are not drinking enough on their own, administer the medication as a drench to make sure they receive the full therapeutic dose.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedicated Water Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e During treatment, only medicated water should be available to animals to maintain the correct dosage and keep treatment on track.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor Intake Closely:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Keep a close eye on how much water animals are consuming to confirm they are taking in enough to receive the intended dose.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimit Treatment Duration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Do not give this medication for more than five consecutive days, as exceeding this limit can lead to drug residue buildup in edible tissues.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This is a prescription-only product and must be used under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnsure Water Intake:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Animals must have reliable access to medicated water throughout treatment to receive the correct dose and get the full benefit of the medication.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Drinking Animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Any animal that is not drinking or eating on its own should be given the medication via drench or bolus to ensure they receive immediate therapeutic treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestricted Animal Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Do not use in calves under one month of age or those being raised on an all-milk diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDairy Cattle Limitation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Avoid use in female dairy cattle over 20 months of age due to the risk of drug residues ending up in the milk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoultry Egg Restriction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Do not give to chickens or turkeys that are currently producing eggs intended for human consumption.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidue Risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Using the medication improperly or going beyond the recommended treatment duration can cause drug residues to remain in edible animal tissues.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInadequate Dosing Risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e If animals do not drink enough medicated water, they may not receive a sufficient dose, which can reduce how well the treatment works.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproper Use Effects:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Using this medication outside of the recommended guidelines or for longer than directed may result in residue levels that exceed safe withdrawal period limits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Store at a controlled room temperature between 20°C and 25°C to keep the product stable and effective.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllowable Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Short-term temperature fluctuations between 15°C and 30°C are acceptable during normal storage conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProper Storage Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Keep the product in a consistent, stable environment to maintain its quality and prevent it from breaking down over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor generic medications, the product image shown may not reflect the actual item received. Generic medications can vary in size, color, and shape between orders depending on the manufacturer. Additionally, your medication may arrive packaged in a HardyPaw Pharmacy vial.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What is SMZ-Med 454 soluble powder used for in livestock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e SMZ-Med 454 livestock antibiotic powder is used to treat bacterial infections such as pneumonia, scours, and foot rot in cattle and swine. It also helps bring diseases like coccidiosis and infectious coryza in poultry under control when given correctly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: How do I administer sodium sulfamethazine powder to animals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This water-soluble powder can be mixed into drinking water once daily or given as an oral drench when needed. It is important that animals drink enough of the medicated water to receive the correct dose and get the full benefit of the treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Can SMZ-Med 454 be used for all types of livestock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This antibiotic powder is appropriate for cattle, beef cattle, swine, chickens, and turkeys. However, it should not be used in calves under one month of age, female dairy cattle over 20 months, or poultry that are laying eggs for human consumption.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Are there withdrawal periods for SMZ-Med 454 medicated powder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Yes, withdrawal periods must be followed carefully. Cattle require a 10-day withdrawal period, swine need 15 days, and poultry must be withdrawn for 10 days before going to slaughter. Following these timelines is essential to prevent harmful drug residues from remaining in edible tissues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: Can this sulfamethazine powder be used in drinking water for flocks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Yes, this water-soluble medication is designed to mix easily into drinking water, making it a practical option for treating an entire flock or herd at once. Only medicated water should be available to animals during treatment to ensure each one receives a consistent and proper dose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ6: Is a prescription required for SMZ-Med 454 antibiotic powder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Yes, this is a prescription-only product that must be used under veterinary supervision. A licensed veterinarian should determine the appropriate dose, treatment length, and whether this medication is the right fit based on the animal's condition and overall health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bimeda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44422661374113,"sku":"1SUL006","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/smz-med-454-sodium-sulfamethazine-soluble-powder-1-lb-pet-medicine-794.png?v=1778518429","url":"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/products\/sodium-sulfamethazine-soluble-powder","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}