Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride Soluble

Pharmacological action:
Tetracycline antibiotics. Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride can reversibly combine with the receptor on the 30S subunit of bacterial ribosome, interfere with the formation of ribosomal complex between tRNA and mRNA, inhibit peptide chain elongation and protein synthesis, thus rapidly inhibiting bacterial growth and reproduction. Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride has inhibitory effect on both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. There is cross-resistance between Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride and Doxycycline.
Indications and usage: Tetracycline antibiotics. Used to treat infectious diseases caused by sensitive Escherichia coli, Salmonella, Pasteurella, and mycoplasma in pigs and chickens.
Introduction to Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride Soluble Powder:
Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride Soluble Powder is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections in animals. It is a derivative of tetracycline and belongs to the group of antibiotics known as tetracyclines. Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride Soluble Powder is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria and is commonly used in veterinary medicine.
Indications
Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride Soluble Powder is indicated for the treatment of bacterial infections in animals caused by susceptible organisms. Some of the conditions that Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride Soluble Powder can be used to treat include:
Respiratory infections
Gastrointestinal infections
Urinary tract infections
Skin infections
Eye infections
Wound infections
Joint infections
Reproductive tract infections
Dosage and Administration
The dosage of Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride Soluble Powder varies depending on the animal species, size, and the severity of the infection. The medication can be administered orally or added to the animal's drinking water.
The recommended dosage of Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride Soluble Powder for most animals is 10-20 mg per kg of body weight per day, divided into two or more doses. Treatment should continue for at least 3-5 days after the animal's symptoms have resolved to ensure that the infection is fully treated.
Contraindications
Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride Soluble Powder should not be used in animals with a known hypersensitivity to tetracyclines or in animals with severe liver or kidney disease. It should also be used with caution in pregnant or lactating animals, as tetracyclines can cross the placenta and be excreted in milk.
Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride Soluble Powder should not be used in animals with an active yeast or fungal infection, as tetracyclines can promote the growth of these organisms.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride Soluble Powder include gastrointestinal upset, such as diarrhea or vomiting, and loss of appetite. In rare cases, animals may develop an allergic reaction to the medication, which can manifest as hives, facial swelling, or difficulty breathing. If any of these side effects occur, the medication should be discontinued and the animal should receive appropriate medical attention.