Antibiotic pessary containing oxytetracycline, used to treat genital infections in cattle
Cattle
AMR Class Green
Antibiotic
Oxyfoam Forte is an antibiotic pessary containing oxytetracycline. It is used to treat genital infections in cattle after calving e.g. retained placentas.
Foaming action ensures full contact
Broad-spectrum
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Prophylaxis (prevention): 1 pessary.
Therapy: 1–2 pessaries.
A whole pessary is inserted through the cervix into the uterus. If the cervix is not sufficiently dilated, the pessary may be crushed. If the cervix is devoid of fluid, 200–400 ml of sterile water or saline should be infused prior to insertion of the pessary.
WITHHOLDING PERIODS
It is an offence for users of this product to cause residues exceeding the relevant MRL in the Food Notice: Maximum Residue Levels for Agricultural Compounds.
Milk: 96 hours (8 milkings)
Meat: 7 days
PACK SIZES
Available in boxes of 25 pessaries.
This product is classified as green under Antibiotic Judicious Use Guidelines for the New Zealand Veterinary Profession. Green light antimicrobials are for first line therapy under therapeutic conditions. Visit nzva.org.nz/amr or talk to your Vet to learn more. Please use antibiotics responsibly.
To learn more about Oxyfoam Forte, download the Product Profile below and talk to your Vet.
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