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Penicillin G Procaine for Injection
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What is Penicillin G Procaine?
Active Ingredients: Penicillin G Procaine
Penicillin G Procaine for Injection is a long-acting antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in animals such as camels, cats, cows, dogs, goats, horses, sheep and pigs. This antibiotic is not effective against penicillinase-producing bacteria. Penicillin G Procaine for Injection is manufactured for reconstitution. It is intended to be administered intramuscularly.
Penicillin G procaine is the combination of the antibiotic benzylpenicillin and the local anesthetic agent procaine. Penicillin works by inhibiting cell wall formation.
Penicillin G procaine is also known by the names procaine benzylpenicillin and procaine G penicillin.
It is important to note that this formulation of penicillin G procaine is for veterinary purposes only. While AdvaCare Pharma offers many similar products that are available for human use, this particular medication should be prescribed by a veterinary doctor or animal care specialist for an animal.
AdvaCare Pharma is a global distributor and manufacturer of this veterinary medication. Our supply chain is thoroughly vetted to ensure it meets health, safety, and environmental standards. Penicillin G Procaine for Injection is produced in our GMP-certified facilities in China, India, and the USA.
Why are we a trusted Penicillin G Procaine manufacturer?
AdvaCare Pharma is a leading GMP manufacturer of Penicillin G Procaine Injection for veterinary use. Our company was established with the aim of providing excellent value to our veterinary distributors by concentrating on competitively priced, high-quality veterinary pharmaceuticals with market-tailored solutions.
Over the past 20 years, AdvaCare Pharma has proven to be a trusted Penicillin G Procaine manufacturer and supplier of 100+ veterinary injections in over 65 countries.
Uses
What is Penicillin G Procaine used for?
It's used to treat bacterial infections such as:
- respiratory infections
- navel infections in cattle
- foot rot in cattle
- wound infections in cattle or swine
- mastitis in swine
- otitis externa in dogs, cats, or rabbits
What animals can be treated with Penicillin G Procaine for Injection?
This medicine is recommended for livestock animals like camels, cattle, swine, goats, or sheep. It's also used to treat horses and companion animals like cats and dogs.
How is Penicillin G Procaine for Injection used?
This drug has been manufactured as a powder for reconstitution. This medicine can be administered by the intramuscular route. If doses are repeated, the site of injection should change each time.
How should Penicillin G Procaine for Injection be stored?
This medication should be stored in a dark, dry location under 25°C.
What are the withdrawal times for Penicillin G Procaine?
The withdrawal time is 5 days for slaughter. For milk, the withdrawal time is 72 hours.
Dosage
How much Penicillin G Procaine to give to cattle?
The usual dose is 25,000U/kg, given once per day IM. Do not continue treatment longer than 4 days. For bovine respiratory disease complex, 66,000 U/kg, given once per day IM/SC.
How much Penicillin G Procaine to give to pigs?
The usual dose is 40,000 U/kg, given once per day IM.
How much Penicillin G Procaine to give to dogs?
For infections, the usual dose is 20,000-40,000 Units/kg, given every 12-24 hours IM/SC.
How much Penicillin G Procaine to give to cats?
For soft tissue infections, the usual dose is 20,000 Units/kg, given every 12 hours IM/SC. For bone/joint infections, the usual dose is 20,000-40,000 Units/kg, given every 8 hours IM.
Refer to a veterinary doctor or pharmacist for guidelines on dosage.
Side Effects
As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of Penicillin G Procaine for Injection.
Common side effects include but are not limited to:
- gastrointestinal effects (diarrhea, loss of appetite)
- pain at the injection site
Serious side effects may include:
- allergic reaction and anaphylaxis
- severe loss of appetite in cats
In the event of a serious allergic reaction, Epinephrine (Adrenaline) 1:1000 should be administered immediately.
For a comprehensive list of all possible side effects of this medication, consult a veterinarian.
Precautions
Do NOT use Penicillin G Procaine for Injection for an animal that: • has a known allergy or hypersensitivity to penicillin.
Treatment with this drug should be administered with caution if an animal:
- is hypersensitive to other beta-lactam antibiotics such as cephalosporin.
- has an electrolyte disorder.
- belongs to the following species: snakes, rabbits, guinea pigs, gerbils, hamsters, or chinchillas.
- is pregnant or lactating.
This medication should not be administered into the vein.
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