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Description

Cefquinome — Suspension for Injection
IMPRESSIVE SUSPENSION — EASY RESUSPENSION

ADVANTAGES:
• High resistance to β-lactamases.
• High cellular penetration.
• Strong activity against a broad spectrum of bacteria: S. aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, Salmonella, Pasteurella, Klebsiella pneumoniae.
• Easy resuspension, saving the veterinarian’s time and effort.
• Ensures accurate dosing.

COMPOSITION:
1 ml of the product contains the active substance:
• Cefquinome (as sulfate) — 25.0 mg.

INDICATIONS:
Cefquinome is a modern 4th-generation cephalosporin with a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity:

• • Cattle (adults and young animals):
    Treatment of panaritium, sole ulcers, purulent pododermatitis, interdigital necrobacillosis, mastitis, septicemia, and respiratory diseases.
  • Swine (adults and young animals):
    Treatment of MMA syndrome (mastitis-metritis-agalactia), arthritis, meningitis, epidermitis, and respiratory diseases.
  • Dogs and cats:
    Treatment of respiratory, genitourinary, and gastrointestinal diseases.

MECHANISM OF ACTION:
Cefquinome acts by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. The product is resistant to β-lactamases, including penicillinase. After administration, cefquinome blood levels increase rapidly. The elimination half-life is 9 hours in swine and 2.5 hours in cattle.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION:

The product is administered intramuscularly:

• • Cattle:
    o 1 mg per 1 kg body weight or 2 ml per 50 kg body weight.
  • Swine:
    o 2 mg per 1 kg body weight or 2 ml per 25 kg body weight for 3 days (for MMA syndrome — 2 days).
  • Dogs and cats:
    o 0.1 ml per 1 kg body weight daily for 5 days.

Shake the vial thoroughly before use.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins and β-lactam antibiotics.
• Do not use in animals weighing less than 1.25 kg.

ADVERSE REACTIONS:
When used according to instructions, no adverse effects are observed. In some cases, tachycardia or cardiovascular disturbances may occur.

SHELF LIFE:
• 2 years from the date of manufacture.
• After first opening — 28 days, if stored at +2°C to +8°C.

PRESENTATION:
• 100 ml Type II glass vials sealed with rubber stoppers and aluminum caps.