Name:
Ceftiofur HCL Injection

Common Content: 0.05 (presumed 5% w/v based on reference format)

Common Capacity: 10ml, 20ml, 50ml, 100ml per bottle

Applicable Animals:

Companion animals: Dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets
Livestock: Cattle, swine, sheep, goats, horses, camels, alpacas, llamas
Poultry: Chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, quail
Other: Rodents (guinea pigs, hamsters), reptiles in veterinary care
Dosage and Administration:

Cattle (including dairy and beef, calves):
1–2 mg ceftiofur per kg body weight per day, by intramuscular (IM) or subcutaneous (SC) injection, once daily for 3-5 days.
Swine (including piglets and sows):
3–5 mg ceftiofur per kg body weight per day, by IM injection, once daily for 3 days.
Horses:
2.2–4.4 mg ceftiofur per kg body weight per day, IM, for 3-5 days.
Sheep and Goats:
1–2 mg ceftiofur per kg body weight per day, IM, for 3-5 days.
Dogs and Cats, Rabbits:
2.2–4.4 mg/kg body weight per day, IM or SC, for up to 5 days.
Exact doses and frequency will vary based on species, animal condition, and local regulations. Shake well before use. Use under direction of a veterinarian.

Indications and Symptoms:

Bacterial infections caused by susceptible strains, including respiratory infections, foot rot, acute metritis, urinary tract infections, and other soft tissue infections.
Precautions:

Do not use in animals with known allergies to cephalosporins or beta-lactam antibiotics.
Use with caution in pregnant or lactating animals.
Observe appropriate withdrawal periods for food-producing animals as per local regulations.

Contraindications:
Hypersensitivity to ceftiofur or other cephalosporins.
Not for use in animals intended for breeding if safety has not been established.

Care After Medication:
Ensure the animal is monitored for allergic reactions and adverse effects.
Provide access to water and supportive care as needed.
Complete the prescribed course.
In case of severe adverse reaction or overdose, seek veterinary care immediately.