Albon Boluses (sulfadimethoxine)
ألبون بلعات سلفاديميثوكسين لعلاج أمراض الجهاز التنفسي والتعفن الحافر في الماشية
Albon Boluses (sulfadimethoxine) are oral antibacterial boluses indicated for the treatment of shipping fever complex, bacterial pneumonia, calf diphtheria, and foot rot in cattle caused by susceptible strains of Pasteurella multocida, Mannheimia haemolytica, and Fusobacterium necrophorum.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Product Type
Pharmaceutical
Manufacturer
Package
Boxes of 50 boluses (2.5 g), 50 boluses (5 g), and 50 boluses (15 g)
Dosages
| Species | Dosage | Route | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle | Initial loading dose: 25 mg/lb (55 mg/kg) orally on Day 1; Maintenance dose: 12.5 mg/lb (27.5 mg/kg) orally once daily on Days 2, 3, 4, and 5 | Oral | Treat for 3 to 5 consecutive days |
Withdrawal Periods
| Species | Meat (days) | Milk (days) | Eggs (days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle | 7 | 60 |
Indications
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Treatment of shipping fever complex and bacterial pneumonia associated with Pasteurella multocida and Mannheimia haemolytica.
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Treatment of calf diphtheria associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum.
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Treatment of foot rot associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum.
Contraindications
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Do not use in animals with known sulfonamide hypersensitivity or severe renal/hepatic impairment.
Precautions
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Maintain adequate water intake to prevent crystalluria. Do not exceed 5 consecutive days of treatment.
Side Effects
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Occasional anorexia, urticaria, or hematuria at excessive doses.
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Albon Boluses (sulfadimethoxine) Prescribing Information
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