Penstrep Injection-Hyperdrug

Pen & Strep Injection is indicated for use in cattle, horses, pigs and sheep for the treatment of infections caused by, or associated with, organisms sensitive to Penicillin and/or Streptomycin including: Corynebacterium pyogenes, Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae, Klebsiella pneumonia, Listeria spp, Pasteurella haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida, Staphylococcus spp, Streptococcus spp and Salmonella spp. Pen & Strep will therefore be effective in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible organisms including: erysipelas; navel/joint ill; respiratory tract infections including pneumonia and atrophic rhinitis; listeriosis; meningitis; septicaemia; toxaemia associated with mastitis; urogenital tract infections; enteritis associated with Salmonella spp., salmonellosis; and the control of secondary bacterial invaders in diseases of primary viral origin. The combination of penicillin and dihydrostreptomycin is especially useful in the treatment of mixed infections involving both Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms.

A white to off-white aqueous suspension for parenteral administration. Each ml contains: Procaine Penicillin BP 200 mg Dihydrostreptomycin Sulphate BP (Vet) 250 mg Pen & Strep Injection is indicated for use in cattle, horses, pigs and sheep for the treatment of infections caused by, or associated with, organisms sensitive to Penicillin and/or Streptomycin including: Corynebacterium pyogenes, Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae, Klebsiella pneumonia, Listeria spp, Pasteurella haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida, Staphylococcus spp, Streptococcus spp and Salmonella spp. Pen & Strep will therefore be effective in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible organisms including: erysipelas; navel/joint ill; respiratory tract infections including pneumonia and atrophic rhinitis; listeriosis; meningitis; septicaemia; toxaemia associated with mastitis; urogenital tract infections; enteritis associated with Salmonella spp., salmonellosis; and the control of secondary bacterial invaders in diseases of primary viral origin. The combination of penicillin and dihydrostreptomycin is especially useful in the treatment of mixed infections involving both Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms.

Contra-indicated in known cases of hypersensitivity to penicillins. Occasionally in sucking and fattening pigs administration of this product may cause a transient pyrexia, vomiting, shivering, listlessness and inco-ordination. Additionally in pregnant sows and gilts, a vulval discharge which could be associated with abortion, has been reported. Care should be taken not to exceed the recommended dosage. Milk for human consumption must not be taken during treatment. Milk for human consumption may only be taken from cattle after 60 hours from the last treatment. Not intended for use in sheep producing milk for human consumption. Not for use in horses intended for human consumption. Animals must not be slaughtered for human consumption during treatment. Cattle intended for human consumption should not be slaughtered until 23 days after the last treatment. Pigs intended for human consumption should not be slaughtered until 18 days after the last treatment. Sheep intended for human consumption should not be slaughtered until 31 days after the last treatment. Penicillins and cephalosporins may cause sensitisation following injection, inhalation, ingestion or skin contact. Sensitivity to penicillins may lead to cross sensitivity to cephalosporins and vice versa. Allergic reactions to these substances are occasionally serious. 1. Do not handle this product if you know you are sensitised, or if you have been advised not to work with such preparations. 2. Handle this product with great care to avoid exposure taking all recommended precautions. 3. If you develop symptoms following exposure, such as a skin rash, you should seek medical advice and show the doctor this warning. Swelling of the face, lips or eyes or difficulty breathing are more serious symptoms and require urgent medical attention. 4. Wash hands after use.