cephapirin sodiumis a cephalosporin which possesses a wide range of antimicrobial activity against gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is derived biosynthetically from 7-aminocephalosporanic acid. Each 10 mL disposable syringe contains 200 mg of cephapirin activity in a stable peanut oil gel. This product was manufactured by a non-sterilizing process. Store at or below 25°C (77°F). Do not freeze. Avoid excessive heat.
Product Description
- ToDAY is an antibiotic mastitis treatment providing bactericidal activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria in lactating dairy cows
- Each 10 mL disposable, ready-to-use syringe contains the active ingredient cephapirin sodium
- Provides control against mastitis-causing pathogens – including penicillin-resistant Staph aureus and Strep agalactiae
- Easy two-tube treatment given 12 hours apart
- When the Opti-Sert® cap is removed, a collar allows only a 3 mm tip to be inserted into the teat canal, helping to reduce the incidence of new infections.
Uses/benefits of Cephapirin Sodium For Goats
cephapirin sodium) for Intramammary Infusion should be used at the first signs of inflammation or at the first indication of any alteration in the milk. Treatment is indicated immediately upon determining, by C.M.T. or other tests, that the leukocyte count is elevated, or that a susceptible pathogen has been cultured from the milk.
ToDAY for Intramammary Infusion has been shown to be efficacious in the treatment of mastitis in lactating cows caused by susceptible strains of Streptococcus agalactiae and Staphylococcus aureus including strains resistant to penicillin.
Features of Cephapirin Sodium For Goats
Indications for Use: This is an intramammary treatment for clinical and subclinical mastitis. A specific diagnosis of what is causing the mastitis should be based on clinical signs and culture and sensitivity.
Not approved for use in sheep and goats. Refer to extra-label drug use.
Dosage and Administration: Before injection, milk udder completely, wash udder and teats thoroughly, and use an alcohol swab on teat end. Infuse each infected half with 1/2 of a 10 mL syringe and repeat in 12 hours. After injection, gently massage the udder and do not milk for 12 hours.
Packaging: This product comes in packages of 1 or 12, 10 mL syringes.
Precautions and Side Effects: Today should be used in lactating animals only. Allergic reactions are also a possibility.
Storage: Store at room temperature (59-86°F) and avoid excessive heat.
Milk Withholding: Not established in sheep and goats. 96 hours in cattle.
Meat Withholding: Not established in sheep and goats. 4 days in cattle.
Drug Type: O-T-C
Manufacturer: Fort Dodge
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Dosage And Directions For Use
Infuse the entire contents of one syringe (10 mL) into each infected quarter immediately after the quarter has been completely milked out. Repeat once only in 12 hours. If definite improvement is not noted within 48 hours after treatment, the causal organism should be further investigated. Consult your veterinarian. Milk out udder completely. Wash the udder and teats thoroughly with warm water containing a suitable dairy antiseptic and dry, preferably using individual paper towels. Carefully scrub the teat end and orifice with 70% alcohol, using a separate swab for each teat. Allow to dry.
cephapirin sodium is packaged with the Opti-Sert® Protective Cap.
For partial insertion: Twist off upper portion of the Opti-Sert Protective Cap to expose 3-4 mm of the syringe tip.
For full insertion: Remove protective cap to expose the full length of the syringe tip.
Insert syringe tip into the teat canal and expel the entire contents of one syringe into each infected quarter. Withdraw the syringe and gently massage the quarter to distribute the suspension into the milk cistern. Do not milk out for 12 hours. Do not infuse contents of the mastitis syringe into the teat canal if the Opti-Sert Protective Cap is broken or damaged.
Prices of Cephapirin Sodium For Goats
$6.00 – $89.97