Neomix-700 WS

Indications

Neomix-700 WS is indicated for the prevention and treatment of bacterial enteritis in calves, sheep, goats, swine and poultry caused by bacteria susceptible to neomycin, such as E. coli, Salmonella and Campylobacter spp.

Contra indications

Hypersensitivity to neomycin.
Administration to animals with a seriously impaired renal function.
Administration to animals with an active microbial digestion.
Administration during gestation.
Administration to poultry producing eggs for human consumption.

Side effects

Neomycin’s typical toxic effects (nephrotoxicity, deafness, neuromuscular blockade) are generally not produced when it is administered orally. No additional side effects are to be expected when the prescribed dosage regimen is followed correctly.

Dosage

For oral administration:

Calves, goats and sheep:
10 mg neomycin sulphate per kg body weight (equivalent to 14 mg/kg Neomix-700 WS) for 3 – 5 days.

Poultry and swine:
300 g per 2000 litres of drinking water for 3 – 5 days.

Note: for pre-ruminant calves, lambs and kids only.

Withdrawal times

– For meat:
Calves, goats, sheep and swine : 21 days.
Poultry : 7 days.