Gentamicin Injection B.P.

composition :

each ml contains :

gentamicin sulphate b.p

eq. to gentamicin base 100 mg

methyl hydroxybenzoate b.p 0.18% w/v

(as preservative)

propyl hydroxybenzoate b.p 0.02% w/v

(as preservative)

water for injection b.p q.s.

indications :

gastrointestinal, respiratory infections, arthritis, poly-arthritis, meningitis, mastitis & metritis caused by gentamicin sensitive bacteria, like e.coli, pasteurella, klebsiella and salmonella spp., in calves, cattle, horse, goats and sheep.

dosage and administration :

for intramuscular administration:

general: twice daily 1 ml per 20 - 40 kg body weight for 3 days.

withdrawal period :

- for kidneys : 45 days.

- for meat     : 7 days.

- for milk     : 3 days.

pack size :

100 ml vial