Coli-4800 WS

Coli-4800 WS

Colistin-4800 IU water-soluble powder

Composition

  • Contains per gram powder:
  • Colistin sulfate
    4 800 000 IU.

Description

  Colistin is an antibiotic from the group of polymyxins with a bactericidal action against Gram-negative bacteria, like E. coli, Haemophilus spp. and Salmonella spp. Since colistin is absorbed for a very small part after oral administration, only gastrointestinal indications are relevant.  

Indications

    Gastrointestinal infections caused by colistin-sensitive bacteria, like E. coli, Haemophilus spp. and Salmonella spp. in calves, swine and poultry.  

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to colistin. Administration to animals with a seriously impaired renal function. Administration to animals with an active microbial digestion.

Side Effects

Renal dysfunction, neurotoxicity and neuromuscular blockade may occur.

Dosage

For oral administration. Calves: Twice daily, 0.5 g per 50 kg body weight for 5 – 7 days. Swine: 1 kg per 5000 – 7000 litres of drinking water for 5 – 7 days. Poultry: 1 kg per 4000 – 5000 litres of drinking water for 5 – 7 days. Note: for pre-ruminant calves only.

Withdrawal Times

– For meat: Calves and swine: 1 day. Poultry: 0 days.

Packaging

Sachets of 10 g, 30 g, 100 g and jars of 500 g and 1000 g.