Cloxamax

Intramammary oily suspension for cattle and small ruminants

Cloxamax contains cloxacillin, a beta-lactam penicillin antibiotic used for the treatment of mastitis during the dry period. Its intramammary formulation ensures effective delivery of the active ingredient directly into the mammary gland.

Key Benefits

• Effective against Gram-positive bacteria causing mastitis.
• Active against Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus agalactiae, Streptococcus uberis, Streptococcus dysgalactiae, Corynebacterium pyogenes, Clostridium spp., Bacillus anthracis and Neisseria spp.
• Intended for use during the dry period.
• The active ingredient is practically not absorbed into the systemic circulation.
• Excreted almost unchanged with milk.

Composition

Each 10 ml contains:

Cloxacillin Sodium — 600 mg

Excipients:

• Petrolatum
• Sunflower oil

Indications

For the treatment of acute and subclinical mastitis during the dry period in cattle and small ruminants caused by streptococci, staphylococci and other penicillinase-producing Gram-positive bacteria.

Directions for Use

Intramammary administration

Cattle

One syringe (10 ml) into each quarter of the udder as a single dose.

Small ruminants

5 ml (half the above dose) into each quarter of the udder as a single dose.

Administer at the beginning of the dry period.

Withdrawal Period

Meat: 28 days.

Milk: Do not use in animals with a dry period of less than 4 weeks.

Contraindications

Do not use in animals with known hypersensitivity to any component of the product.

Adverse Reactions

No adverse reactions have been observed when used at the recommended dosage.

Interactions

Do not use simultaneously with other bacteriostatic antibiotics.

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool, dry place protected from light at 15–25°C.

Presentation

10 ml single-dose polyethylene syringe.

Manufacturer: Biotecs LLC, Georgia.