 Tucoprim Powder
 View other items in the same category as Tucoprim Powder Product UsesTucoprim is indicated in horses, including foals, where potent systemic antibacterial action against sensitive organisms is required. Trimethoprim/sulfadiazine is indicated where control of bacterial infections is required during treatment of: acute strangles, acute urogenital infections, respiratory tract infections, wound infections and abscesses. Product Containstrimethoprim & sulfadiazine Dosage and AdministrationThe recommended dose is 3.75 grams Tucoprim Powder per 50 kg (110 lbs) body weight per day. Each level, loose-filled scoop contains approximately 15 grams which is sufficient to treat 200 kg (440 lbs) of body weight. The powder may settle, so gentle agitation during scooping is recommended. Administer orally once a day in a small amount of palatable feed. The usual course of treatment is a single, daily dose for five to seven days, or as directed by your veterinarian. If no improvement of acute infections is seen in three to five days, re-evaluate diagnosis. Warnings, Side Effects and Drug InteractionsTrimethoprim/sulfadiazine should not be used in horses showing marked liver damage, blood abnormalities or in those with a history of sulfonamide sensitivity. Tucoprim is not for use in horses intended for food. Water should be readily available to horses receiving sulfonamide therapy. Rarely, treated animals develop anorexia or loose feces (diarrhea) in association with this drug. The toxicity of this medication is low, however individual animal hypersensitivity (allergy) may result in local or generalized reactions, sometimes fatal. Anaphylactoid (shock) reactions, although rare, may also occur. The effect of trimethoprim/sulfadiazine on pregnancy has not been determined StorageStore below 30°C (86°F). ManufacturerPfizer Animal Health Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
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