(c) 2024 PillSync.com

Sulmet (sulfamethazine 2.5 g) Dailymed


Generic: sulfamethazine


IMPRINT: SULMET S 47     SHAPE: oval
    COLOR: turquoise    SCORE: 2

Go PRO for all pill images


NADA 122-271, Approved by FDA

Antibacterial

For Animal Use Only

Indications:


This size Oblet is indicated for the treatment of the following diseases when caused by organisms susceptible to sulfamethazine.

Calves: Bacterial Pneumonia and Bovine Respiratory Disease Complex (Shipping Fever Complex) (Pasteurella spp.); Colibacillosis (Bacterial Scours) (Escherichia coli); Calf Diphtheria (Fusobacterium necrophorum)

Foals: Bacterial Pneumonia (secondary infections associated with Pasteurella spp.); Strangles (Streptococcus equi); Bacterial Enteritis (Escherichia coli)

Once-a-day Dosage By Mouth:


First Day: One Oblet for each 25 lb body weight.

Following Days: One-half Oblet for each 25 lb body weight. This dosage will provide approximately 100 mg/lb body weight the first day, and 50 mg/lb body weight on each following day.

Weight of Animal:

25 lb

50 lb

75 lb

100 lb

125 lb

Dosage - First Day

1 Oblet

2 Oblets

3 Oblets

4 Oblets

5 Oblets

Dosage - Following Days

1/2 Oblet

1 Oblet

1-1/2 Oblets

2 Oblets

2-1/2 Oblets

Larger size Oblets are available and are easier to use with heavier animals. Give indicated dose once daily until animal’s temperature and appearance are normal. Lubricate Oblets before dosing.

Precautions:


Sulmet sulfamethazine works fast. If symptoms persist after using this preparation for 2 or 3 days, consult a veterinarian. Excessive dosage may cause toxic reactions. Follow above dosages carefully. Fluid intake must be adequate while treating with Sulmet. For best advice in the control and treatment of disease, consult a veterinarian. Treatment of all diseases should be instituted early. Treatment should continue 24 to 48 hours beyond the remission of disease symptoms, but not to exceed 5 consecutive days.

Residue Warnings:


Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for at least 10 days after the last dose. Exceeding five (5) consecutive doses may cause violative tissue residue to remain beyond the withdrawal time. Do not use in calves under one (1) month of age or calves being fed an all-milk diet. Use in these classes of calves may cause violative residues to remain beyond the withdrawal time. Do not use in female dairy cattle 20 months of age or older. Use of sulfamethazine in this class of cattle may cause milk residues.

Warnings Section


Do not use in horses intended for human consumption.

Restricted Drug (California) – Use Only as Directed

Storage And Handling Section


Store at or below 25°C (77°F).


Sulmet and Oblets are registered trademarks of Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc.

Manufactured for: Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. St. Joseph, MO 64506 U.S.A.

12730

D6932C

Bottle Label, 2.5 G, 100 Oblets


Bottle Label, 2.5 G, 100 Oblets


DISCLAIMER:

"This tool does not provide medical advice, and is for informational and educational purposes only, and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, treatment or diagnosis. Call your doctor to receive medical advice. If you think you may have a medical emergency, please dial 911."

"Do not rely on openFDA to make decisions regarding medical care. While we make every effort to ensure that data is accurate, you should assume all results are unvalidated. We may limit or otherwise restrict your access to the API in line with our Terms of Service."

"This product uses publicly available data from the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM), National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services; NLM is not responsible for the product and does not endorse or recommend this or any other product."

PillSync may earn a commission via links on our site