Composition

Each 1 g contains:
Sulphamethazine Sodium – 1000 mg

Pharmaceutical Form

Water-soluble powder for oral administration via drinking water.

Pharmacological Properties

Sulphamethazine belongs to the sulfonamide class and is a broad-spectrum bacteriostatic and anticoccidial agent. It inhibits the growth of a wide range of bacteria and coccidia spp.
It is effective both orally and parenterally, and is commonly used for systemic infections as well as localized conditions like foot rot. Its action involves inhibition of folic acid synthesis, which is essential for microbial growth and replication.

Target Species

Poultry, calves, lambs, and kids.

Indications for Use

Sulphamethadad Water-Soluble Powder is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by sulphamethazine-sensitive organisms, including:

• Colibacillosis, bacterial scours (E. coli)
• Shipping fever (Pasteurella spp.) in ruminants
• Infectious coryza (Haemophilus gallinarum) in poultry
• Coccidiosis (Eimeria tenella, Eimeria necatrix)
• Fowl cholera (Pasteurella multocida)
• Pullorum disease (Salmonella pullorum)

Contraindications

• Do not use in laying hens producing table eggs.
• Ensure animals have free access to clean drinking water during treatment.
• Do not exceed 5 days of continuous treatment.
• Contraindicated in animals with renal failure.

Undesirable Effects

Generally well-tolerated at recommended dosages. Adverse reactions are rare.

Posology and Method of Administration

Poultry
130–190 mg of Sulphamethazine sodium per kg body weight, administered in drinking water for 3–5 days.

Calves, lambs, and kids

• Day 1: 240 mg per kg body weight
• Days 2–5: 120 mg per kg body weight daily

Overdose

No significant adverse effects are reported at recommended dosages.

Withdrawal Period

Animals should not be slaughtered for human consumption within 10 days after the last treatment.

Special Safety Precautions for the Person Administering the Product

No specific precautions required under normal handling. General hygiene practices should be followed.

Special Precautions for Storage

Store in a dry place below 30°C. Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
Keep out of reach of children.

For veterinary use only. Consult a veterinarian before use.