Streptotest

An aminoglycoside with bactericidal activity mainly against Gram-negative bacteria, inhibiting protein synthesis at the 30S ribosomal subunit and disrupting RNA coding.

Respiratory and urogenital infections caused by Gram-negative bacteria sensitive to streptomycin, including E. coli, Salmonella and Pasteurella.

Active ingredient, I.M., cattle/horse/sheep/goat: 10 mg streptomycin base / kg, once daily for 3–5 days.

Whole product: reconstitute 200 g in 500 ml water for injection (32% solution, 320 mg base / ml).

Cattle & horse: 3 ml / 100 kg, I.M. Sheep & goat: 0.75 ml / 20 kg.

Not to be combined with other aminoglycosides. Ototoxic effect is potentiated by co-administration of ethacrynic acid, mannitol, furosemide or other diuretics. Not for cattle producing milk for human consumption. Hypersensitivity may occur in some species. Not for use in poultry or pregnant animals.

None at recommended doses; allergy, fever or skin rash from hypersensitivity possible. May affect the 8th cranial nerve, causing auditory impairment or deafness. Nephrotoxicity is the main adverse event.

Store in a cool place, away from direct sunlight.

Glass bottle, 200 g.