OXYTETRA® 20

Oxytetracycline 20% Injection
For Veterinary Use Only

COMPOSITION

Each mL contains:
Oxytetracycline (as oxytetracycline dihydrate) …………… 200 mg
Excipients …………………………………………………………… q.s. to 1 mL

PHARMACOLOGICAL CLASS

Tetracycline antibiotic.

INDICATIONS

OXYTETRA® 20 is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by oxytetracycline-sensitive microorganisms, including:

• Respiratory tract infections

• Gastrointestinal infections

• Septicemia

• Mastitis

• Metritis

• Foot rot

• Wound and soft tissue infections

• Anaplasmosis and other rickettsial infections

in cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, and camels, as determined by a veterinarian.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

For intramuscular injection only.

• Cattle, camels:
  1 mL per 10 kg body weight

• Sheep, goats, pigs:
  1 mL per 10–15 kg body weight

Treatment may be repeated after 24 hours for 3–5 days, depending on clinical response.

⚠️ Do not inject more than 10 mL per injection site.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

• Hypersensitivity to tetracyclines

• Do not use in animals with severe hepatic or renal impairment

• Do not administer intravenously

• Avoid use in animals during the last stage of pregnancy unless advised by a veterinarian

ADVERSE REACTIONS

• Local irritation or swelling at injection site

• Hypersensitivity reactions (rare)

• Prolonged use may affect gastrointestinal microflora

WITHDRAWAL PERIOD

• Meat: 28 days

• Milk: 7 days

(Withdrawal periods may vary according to local regulations.)

PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS

• Shake well before use

• Use aseptic injection techniques

• Avoid concurrent use with bactericidal antibiotics

• Prolonged or improper use may lead to antimicrobial resistance

• Do not exceed recommended dosage

STORAGE

• Store below 25°C

• Protect from light

• Do not freeze

• Keep container tightly closed

• Keep out of reach of children

PRESENTATION

Glass vial containing 100 mL sterile injectable solution.

MANUFACTURED BY

NORWICH ANIMAL HEALTH