SpectoGard (Spectinomycin Sulfate) Sterile Solution for Cattle, 500-mL (100mg/mL)

Effective Pneumonia Treatment Injection for Cattle

Product Description

SpectoGard Sterile Solution is a veterinary antibiotic injection formulated to treat bovine respiratory disease in cattle. It contains spectinomycin, which works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis and targeting key respiratory pathogens. This solution is administered subcutaneously and offers a reliable treatment option with a convenient 11-day meat withdrawal period, making it suitable for managing pneumonia in cattle under veterinary supervision.

Benefits

• Targeted Action: Effectively treats bovine respiratory disease caused by major pathogens like Mannheimia haemolytica and Pasteurella multocida.
• Proven Antibiotic: Contains spectinomycin, a bacteriostatic agent that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis to control infection progression.
• Convenient Withdrawal: Offers a short 11-day meat withdrawal period, supporting efficient livestock management and production timelines.
• Flexible Dosing: Allows dosage adjustment based on disease severity, pathogen susceptibility, and clinical response in cattle.
• Established Efficacy: Demonstrates in vitro and in vivo effectiveness against primary bovine respiratory disease pathogens.

Ingredients

Composition Table

How to Use

Recommended-Dosage Chart

Dosage & Administration Instructions

• Correct Dosage: Administer 10 to 15 mg per kg body weight daily based on severity and clinical response.
• Injection Method: Give as a subcutaneous injection in the neck area using proper veterinary injection techniques.
• Treatment Duration: Continue treatment for 3 to 5 consecutive days depending on disease severity and response.
• Site Limitation: Do not inject more than 50 mL at a single injection site to avoid tissue damage.
• Veterinary Prescription: This is a prescription-only product and must be used under supervision of a licensed veterinarian.

Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Hypersensitivity Risk: Do not use in animals with known hypersensitivity to spectinomycin to prevent adverse allergic reactions.
• Breeding Safety: Safety has not been established for cattle intended for breeding, so use cautiously in such animals.
• Residue Compliance: Stick closely to the wait-time instructions to prevent any harmful medicine leftovers from staying in the meat of the cattle.
• Dairy Restrictions: Do not give this to cows producing milk or those older than 20 months to keep the medicine from getting into the milk.
• Human Safety: Keep the liquid away from your skin, eyes, and clothes, as touching it often could lead to an allergic reaction.

Possible Side Effects

• Injection Swelling: Mild swelling at the injection site may occur and typically resolves without further complications.
• Allergic Reaction: Anaphylactic reactions may occur in previously sensitized animals and can be life-threatening in rare cases.

Storage Information

• Storage temperature: Keep this medicine in a room where the temperature stays between 20°C - 25°C to make sure it remains stable.
• Keep from freezing: Do not let the liquid freeze, as getting too cold can damage the formula and stop it from working correctly.
• Discard date: Use the bottle within 28 days of first opening it to ensure the liquid stays clean and works the way it should.
• Puncture Limits: Do not exceed 11 needle punctures or 5 device punctures to maintain vial safety standards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is SpectoGard injection for cattle used for?

Ans: SpectoGard injection for cattle is used to treat bovine respiratory disease, commonly known as pneumonia. It targets infections caused by Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida, and Histophilus somni, helping control bacterial growth and improve respiratory health in affected cattle.

Q2: How is spectinomycin sterile solution administered to cattle?

Ans: Spectinomycin sterile solution for cattle is administered as a subcutaneous injection in the neck. The recommended dosage is given once daily for 3 to 5 days, depending on disease severity, pathogen susceptibility, and the animal’s clinical response.

Q3: What is the meat withdrawal period for this cattle antibiotic?

Ans: The meat withdrawal period for this cattle antibiotic injection is 11 days after the final treatment. This ensures that drug residues are cleared from edible tissues and helps maintain compliance with food safety regulations for treated cattle.

Q4: Can SpectoGard solution be used in dairy or young calves?

Ans: SpectoGard solution should not be used in lactating dairy cattle aged 20 months or older, or in calves intended for veal. Withdrawal periods for milk and pre-ruminating calves have not been established, making its use unsuitable in these groups.

Q5: What side effects can occur with this pneumonia treatment injection?

Ans: This pneumonia treatment injection may cause mild swelling at the injection site in cattle. In rare cases, animals previously sensitized to spectinomycin may experience serious allergic or anaphylactic reactions, which require immediate veterinary attention.