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Neomycin Sulfate 325
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Neomycin Sulfate 325

Generic name: neomycin sulfate
Dosage form: FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY

For the treatment and control of colibacillosis (Bacterial enteritis) caused by Escherichia coli susceptible to
neomycin sulfate in cattle, swine, sheep and goats.

For the control of mortality associated with Escherichia coli organisms susceptible to neomycin sulfate
in growing turkeys.

Each Packet Contains:
71.5 gm neomycin sulfate, USP
equivalent to 50 gm neomycin

ANADA #200-378, Approved by FDA

Restricted Drug-Use Only As Directed (California)

Take Time Observe Label Directions Net Wt 3.5 oz (100 grams)

For Use in Animals OnlyStore at room temperature
Add to drinking water - Not for use in liquid supplements

Dosage and Administration

Dosage and Administration: Administer to turkeys at a dose of 10 mg neomycin sulfate per pound
of body weight per day for 5 days. Administer to cattle, swine, sheep and goats at a dose of 10 mg
neomycin sulfate per pound of body weight per day in divided doses for a maximum of 14 days.

Herd/Flock Treatment: Each packet will treat 7150 pounds body weight. Therefore, estimate the total
number of pounds of body weight of the animals to be treated and administer one (1) packet (or portion
thereof) for each 7150 pounds. The product should be added to the amount of drinking water estimated
to be consumed in 12-24 hours. Provide medicated water as the sole source of water each day until
consumed, followed by non-medicated water as required. Fresh medicated water should be prepared each day.

Individual Animal Treatment: To provide 10 mg neomycin sulfate per pound of body weight, mix one (1)
level teaspoon in water or milk for each 160 pounds body weight. Administer daily either as a drench in
divided doses or in the drinking water to be consumed in 12-24 hours.

Drinking Water: Use the number of packets indicated below in 256 gallons of water, or in two gallons
of stock solution used in proportioners set to meter one ounce per gallon.

Swine:

Pigs Weighing 25 to 50 Pounds .....2 Packets
Pigs Weighing 50 to 100 Pounds .....3 Packets
Pigs Weighing Over 100 Pounds .....4 Packets


Precautions

Precautions: To administer the stated dosage, the concentration of neomycin required in medicated
water must be adjusted to compensate for variation in age and weight of animal, the nature and severity
of disease signs, and environmental temperature and humidity, each of which affects water consumption.

If symptoms persist after using this preparation for 2 or 3 dyas, consult a veterinarian. If symptoms such
as fever, depression, or going off feed develop, oral neomycin