- Composition
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Each ml solution contains Ciprofloxacin HCl USP eq. to 100 mg Ciprofloxacin.
- Mode of action
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Ciprofloxacin is a Nalidixic acid derivative. It is synthetic fluoroquinolone of the second generation quinolones with a broad range activity against all of the main pathogenic mycoplasma and bacteria (both gram-positive and gram-negative) affecting poultry. Ciprofloxacin blocks the functions of DNA gyrase which is essential for synthesis of DNA nucleic acid. The details on the spectrum of activity indicates that the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of organism is very low for this quinolone.
- Indications
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Cipryl (Vet) is effective against several infections as Respiratory Tract infections, Gastro Intestinal infections, Enterotoxaemia, Skin, Bone & Ear infections, Uterine infections, Urinary Tract Infection, Anthrax, Dysentery etc.
- Dosage Administration
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Route of administration: For oral administration only.
Poultry: 50 ml/100 ltr. of drinking water for 3-5 consecutive days.
Age 1~2 weeks: Broiler 15~25 ml, Layer & Breeder 10~20 ml for 1000 birds.
Age 3~4 weeks: Broiler 30~50 ml, Layer & Breeder 25~35 ml for 1000 birds.
Age 5~6 weeks: Broiler 60~80 ml, Layer & Breeder 40~50 ml for 1000 birds.
Age 7~8 weeks: Broiler 90~110 ml, Layer & Breeder 50~60 ml for 1000 birds.
Age 9~10 weeks: Broiler 115~125 ml, Layer & Breeder 60~70 ml for 1000 birds.
Age 11~12 weeks: Layer & Breeder 65~75 ml for 1000 birds.
Age 13~14 weeks: Layer & Breeder 80~90 ml for 1000 birds.
Age 15 weeks: Layer/Breeder 95~105 ml for 1000 birds.
Or as directed by the registered Veterinarian.
- Side Effects
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Common side effects: Central nervous system (CNS) toxicity; gastrointestinal reactions; hepatotoxicity; hypersensitivity reactions; Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (blistering, itching, peeling or redness of skin; diarrhea).
Rare side effects: Not Known.
- Precautions
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Animal receiving Ciprofloxacin should be well hydrated and should be instructed to drink fluids liberally. Because of the risk of crystalluria, it is recommended that the usual dosage of the drug should not be exceeded.
- Contraindications
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Animal/poultry hypersensitive to Ciprofloxacin are contra-indicated.
- Pregnancy Lactation
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Intravenous doses of Ciprofloxacin of up to 20 mg/kg of body weight (mg/kg) in pregnant rats and mice have not shown evidence of maternal toxicity, embryo toxicity or teratogenic effects. Ciprofloxacin can be distributed into milk, sometimes at a higher concentration than in plasma, but it is not known under what conditions significant amounts might be absorbed by nursing animals.
- Withdrawal Period
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Poultry: Meat- 6 days & Egg- Not known
- Drug Interaction
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With medicine: Ciprofloxacin administered together with theophylline can lead to elevated blood levels of theophylline. Ciprofloxacin can enhance the action of the anticoagulant warfarin and increase the risk of bleeding.
With feed & others: Not Known.
- Storage
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To be dispensed & sold only by the prescription of a registered Veterinarian & should not be used more than the mentioned amount in the prescription. Fulfill the course of antibiotics according to the advice of the registered Veterinarian.
Store below 30ºC temperature & dry place, protected from light.
Keep all medicines out of reach of children.
- Pack Size
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100 ml, 500 ml & 1 ltr.