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Ceftiofur

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Ceftiofur

Ceftiofur

Drug type: Generic ingredient • Generic profile • No FDA branded products linked

Both Liquid (Solution) Rx required 100% reference complete

Species: Both

Manufacturer: Multiple FDA sponsors

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Ceftiofur

For treatment of respiratory infections in horses associated with Streptococcus zooepidemicus . Treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, P. multocida, and Histophilus somni in beef and dairy cattle For treatment of acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus . Species commonly shown: Both, Dog, Horse, Not For Meat Production.

Generic name
Ceftiofur
Brand names
Naxcel® Sterile Powder, Excenel® Sterile Powder Excenel® RTU Excenel Sterile Suspension, Spectramast® LC Sterile Suspension, Spectramast™ DC Sterile Suspension
Manufacturer
Multiple FDA sponsors
Species
Both, Dog, Horse, Goat
Dosage forms
Liquid (Solution), Liquid (Suspension), Powder-Sterile, Sterile suspension
Prescription
Prescription required
Completeness
100%
Validation
Complete
Brand names
Naxcel® Sterile Powder Excenel® Sterile Powder Excenel® RTU Excenel Sterile Suspension Spectramast® LC Sterile Suspension Spectramast™ DC Sterile Suspension EXCENEL® RTU EZ Ceftiofur for Injection Cefenil® RTU
Dosage forms
Liquid (Solution) Liquid (Suspension) Powder-Sterile Sterile suspension

Indications / Uses

For treatment of respiratory infections in horses associated with Streptococcus zooepidemicus . Treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica , P. multocida , and Histophilus somni in beef and dairy cattle For treatment of acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus .

Warnings / Contraindications

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment. A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

  • Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment. A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Side Effects

Top reported reactions (openFDA): Abnormal cytology, Abnormal histology NOS, Corneal ulcer, Death by euthanasia, Decreased appetite, Dermal plaque.

FAQ

Both, Dog, Horse, Not For Meat Production, Goat, Beef, Dairy, Day old poults, 1 day-old broiler chicks, Sheep, Cattle, Excluding Veal Calves, Dairy, lactating, Dairy, dry cows, Beef And Non-Lactating Dairy, Swine, Cattle, Turkey, Poults, Day Old, Day-Old Chicks

Yes. Roxee shows this as prescription-only.

Liquid (Solution), Liquid (Suspension), Powder-Sterile, Sterile suspension

Related Conditions

Mastitis Metritis Pneumonia (aspiration, bacterial, viral) Pododermatitis Urinary tract infection (cystitis)

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Used for:

For treatment of respiratory infections in horses associated with Streptococcus zooepidemicus .

Dosing note:

Exact dosing depends on your pet's species, weight, and health status. Use your veterinarian's instructions for the exact dose and schedule.

What to watch for:

  • Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment
  • Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment
  • A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves
  • Do not use in calves to be processed for veal
  • Do not use in horses intended for human consumption
  • Tendon injury (1 reports)
  • Swelling NOS (1 reports)
  • Surgical site disorder (1 reports)

When to call the vet:

  • Repeated vomiting or diarrhea.
  • Severe lethargy (hard to wake, very low energy).
  • Collapse or fainting.
  • Trouble breathing.
  • Facial swelling or hives.
  • Blood in vomit or stool.

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Research brief

Medication Research Insights

A source-aware map of what to know, what is uncertain, and what to verify with your veterinarian.

Source Backed Signals

What to know

Evidence-backed context Limited

Roxee has limited cited overview evidence for Ceftiofur; use the official documents and your veterinarian's instructions for product-specific decisions.

Source: openFDA case USA-USFDACVM-2022-US-041779
Safety signal coverage Reported signals

32 tracked reaction signals; 31 reported cases; 31 serious reports; 2 species groups. These are reporting and label-derived signals for interpretation with a veterinarian.

Source: openFDA case USA-USFDACVM-2022-US-041779
Interpretation guardrail Not causation

Adverse-event reports help form a watch list, but they do not prove the medication caused the reaction and they are not a risk ranking between medications.

Evidence tension

Stronger signal Label / review

Official labels, package inserts, and reviewed summaries carry more weight than isolated reports.

Source: openFDA case USA-USFDACVM-2022-US-041779
Weaker signal Reported data

Case reports and openFDA terms are useful for pattern awareness, but they are incomplete, can include multiple exposures, and do not estimate an individual pet's probability of harm.

Reaction signal map

Most reported reactions Top terms

Tendon injury (1 reports), Swelling NOS (1 reports), Surgical site disorder (1 reports), Regurgitation (1 reports), Panniculitis (1 reports)

Body systems represented Signal grouping

Digestive (1), Skin & allergy (3), Effectiveness (1), Other (27)

Species and breed lens

Species represented in reports Species lens

Dog (23 reports), Cat (9 reports)

What your vet may verify

Fit for this patient Vet check

Verify whether Ceftiofur fits the pet's species, current diagnosis, age, weight, organ status, pregnancy/lactation status, and concurrent medications.

Evidence limitations Evidence review

Separate label-backed warnings from adverse-event reports and owner observations before changing the plan.

What to watch next

Watch list Owner-safe

Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment, Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment, A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves, Do not use in calves to be processed for veal, Do not use in horses intended for human consumption

Call sooner if Escalation

Repeated vomiting or diarrhea. Severe lethargy (hard to wake, very low energy). Collapse or fainting.

Bottom line: Use this Ceftiofur brief as a structured watch list and source map, not as a reason to start, stop, or change treatment without your veterinarian.
Vet source depth
  1. openFDA case USA-USFDACVM-2022-US-041779 · adverse_reaction · adverse reactions
  2. Contraindication source · fda_animal_drugs · warnings contraindications
  3. FDA application profile · official_label · quick facts
  4. FDA application profile · official_label · quick facts
  5. Medication usage source · fda_animal_drugs · quick facts
  6. FOI · document · documents
  7. FOI · document · documents
  8. FOI · document · documents

Evidence

Review status / Updated / Sources

Review status: Clinical reviewer not listed

Updated: April 22, 2026, 10:07 AM UTC

Sources:
Safety & side effects

Side effects to monitor:

  • Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment
  • Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment
  • A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves
  • Do not use in calves to be processed for veal
  • Do not use in horses intended for human consumption

Most reported reactions:

  • Tendon injury (1 reports)
  • Swelling NOS (1 reports)
  • Surgical site disorder (1 reports)

Emergency warning signs:

  • Repeated vomiting or diarrhea.
  • Severe lethargy (hard to wake, very low energy).
  • Collapse or fainting.
  • Trouble breathing.
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FDA-labeled species
1 day-old broiler chicks, Beef, Beef And Non-Lactating Dairy, Cattle, Dairy, Day old poults, Day-Old Chicks, Dog, Goat, Horse, Sheep, Swine, Turkey
Indication / use
For treatment of respiratory infections in horses associated with Streptococcus zooepidemicus .
Form / route / dose
Form: Liquid (Solution), Liquid (Suspension), Powder-Sterile, Sterile suspension
Route: Injection, Intramammary, Intramuscular, Subcutaneous
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Warnings
  • High: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaught…
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Quick Facts

Official label facts first, then secondary summaries. Marketing content is separated below.

Species: Both
Manufacturer: Multiple FDA sponsors
Form: Liquid (Solution), Liquid (Suspension), Powder-Sterile, Sterile suspension
Identifiers:
ANADA: 200421 ANADA: 200616 NADA: 140338 NADA: 140890 NADA: 141209 NADA: 141235 NADA: 141238 NADA: 141239 NADA: 141288 NDC Package: 49553-1261-1 NDC Package: 49553-1261-2 NDC Package: 54771-3362-1 NDC Package: 54771-3362-2 NDC Package: 54771-5223-1 NDC Package: 54771-5224-1 NDC Package: 54771-5224-2 NDC Package: 54771-5224-3 NDC Package: 54771-5224-4 NDC Package: 54771-5278-1 NDC Package: 54771-5278-2
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Warnings / Contraindications

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment. A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

  • High: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment. A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
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Adverse Reactions

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Tracked signals
32
Reported cases
31
Serious reports
31
Species represented
2
Grouped by Body System
Digestive (1) · Decreased appetite Skin & allergy (3) · Swelling NOS, Injection site swelling, Erythematous rash Effectiveness (1) · Lack of efficacy - NOS Other (27) · Tendon injury, Surgical site disorder, Regurgitation
Most Reported Reactions
Reaction Body system Cases Species Serious cases
Other 1 Dog 1
Skin & allergy 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Cat 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1

Species coverage: Dog (23) Cat (9)

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Reaction Body system Species Seriousness Frequency Reports
Other Dog Serious - 1
Skin & allergy Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Effectiveness Cat Serious - 1
Skin & allergy Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Skin & allergy Dog Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Digestive Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Cat Unknown - -
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Source Documents

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140-338 Official label / PI · EA 140-338 Official label / PI · FONSI 140-338 Official label / PI · EA

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140-338

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140-890

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140-890

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140-890

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Naxcel® Sterile Powder

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Naxcel® Sterile Powder

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Sponsor
Zoetis Inc.
NADA
140-338
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Solution)
Route
Intramuscular, Subcutaneous
Species
Dog • Horse • Goat • Beef • Dairy • Day old poults • 1 day-old broiler chicks • Sheep
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of aqueous solution constituted from ceftiofur sodium powder contains 50 milligrams (mg) ceftiofur equivalents.

Horses

Indication
For treatment of respiratory infections in horses associated with Streptococcus zooepidemicus.
Dosage
2.2 to 4.4 mg/kg (1.0 to 2.0 mg/lb) body weight by intramuscular injection. Treatment should be repeated every 24 hours, continued for 48 hours after clinical signs have disappeared, and should not exceed 10 days. A maximum of 10 mL should be administered per injection site.

Cattle

Indication
Treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, P. multocida, and Histophilus somni in beef and dairy cattle
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg/lb body weight by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection for 3 days. Additional treatments may be given on days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show satisfactory response.
Indication

For treatment of acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus.

Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg/lb body weight by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection for 3 days. Additional treatments may be given on days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show satisfactory response.

Swine

Indication
For treatment and control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus (Haemophilus) pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella choleraesuis, and Streptococcus suis.
Dosage
3 to 5 mg per kilogram (/kg) body weight by intramuscular injection for 3 consecutive days.

Sheep

Indication
For treatment of sheep respiratory disease (pneumonia) associated with M. haemolytica and P. multocida.
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg/lb body weight by intramuscular injection for 3 days. Additional treatments may be given on days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show satisfactory response.

Chickens (Day Old Chicks)

Indication
For control of early mortality associated with Escherichia coli organisms susceptible to ceftiofur in day-old chicks.
Dosage
0.08 to 0.20 mg as a single subcutaneous injection in the neck.

Turkeys (Day Old Poults)

Indication
For control of early mortality associated with E. coli organisms susceptible to ceftiofur in day-old poults.
Dosage
0.17 to 0.5 mg as a single subcutaneous injection in the neck.

Dogs

Indication
Treatment of canine urinary tract infections associated with E. coli and Proteus mirabilis.
Dosage
1.0 mg/lb (2.2 mg/kg) body weight by subcutaneous injection. Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals, continued for 48 hours after clinical signs have disappeared, for 5 to 14 days.

Goats

Indication
For treatment of caprine respiratory disease (goat pneumonia) associated with M. haemolytica and P. multocida.
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg/lb body weight by intramuscular injection for 3 days. Additional treatments may be given on days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show satisfactory response.

EXCENEL® RTU EZ

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Sponsor
Zoetis Inc.
NADA
141-288
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Suspension)
Route
Intramuscular, Subcutaneous
Species
Beef And Non-Lactating Dairy • Dairy
Composition / specifications
Each mL contains 50 mg of ceftiofur equivalents (CE).

Cattle (Beef, Non-Lactating Dairy, Lactating Dairy)

Indication
For treatment of Acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus.
Dosage
Administer by intramuscular or subcutaneous administration 0.5 to 1 mg CE/lb (1.1 to 2.2 mg CE/kg) BW (1 to 2 mL sterile suspension per 100 lb BW). Administer daily at 24-hour intervals for a total of three consecutive days. Additional treatments may be administered on Days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments.
Indication
For treatment of Acute metritis (0 to 14 days post-partum) associated with bacterial organisms susceptible to ceftiofur.
Dosage

Administer by intramuscular or subcutaneous administration at the dosage of 1 mg CE/lb (2.2 mg CE/kg) BW (2 mL sterile suspension per 100 lb BW). Administer at 24 hour intervals for five consecutive days. Do not inject more than 15 mL per injection site.

Indication
For treatment of Bovine respiratory disease (BRD, shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus somni.
Dosage

Administer by intramuscular or subcutaneous administration at the dosage of 0.5 to 1 mg CE/lb (1.1 to 2.2 mg CE/kg) BW (1 to 2 mL sterile suspension per 100 lb BW). Administer daily at 24 hour intervals for a total of three consecutive days. Additional treatments may be administered on Days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments. Alternatively, for BRD only, administer intramuscularly or subcutaneously 1 mg CE/ lb (2.2 mg CE/kg) BW every other day on Days 1 and 3 (48 hour interval). Selection of dosage level (0.5 to 1 mg CE/lb) and regimen/duration (daily or every other day for BRD only) should be based on an assessment of the severity of disease, pathogen susceptibility and clinical response. Do not inject more than 15 mL per injection site.

Swine

Indication
For treatment/control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella Choleraesuis and Streptococcus suis.
Dosage

Administer intramuscularly at a dosage of 1.36 to 2.27 mg ceftiofur equivalents (CE)/lb (3 to 5 mg CE/kg) body weight (BW) (1 mL of sterile suspension per 22 to 37 lb BW). Treatment should be repeated at 24 hour intervals for a total of three consecutive days. Do not inject more than 15 mL per injection site.

Cefenil® RTU

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Sponsor
Norbrook Laboratories, Ltd.
ANADA
200-616
Status
RX
Form
Sterile suspension
Route
Injection
Composition / specifications
50 mg/mL

Swine

Indication

For treatment/control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus (Haemophilus) pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella choleraesuis and Streptococcus suis.

Dosage

Administer intramuscularly at a dosage of 1.36 to 2.27 mg ceftiofur equivalents/lb (3.0 to 5.0 mg/kg) BW (1 mL of sterile suspension per 22 to 37 lb BW). Treatment should be repeated at 24 h intervals for a total of three consecutive days.

Cattle

Indication

For treatment of the following bacterial diseases:

  • Bovine respiratory disease (BRD, shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus somni.
  • Acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus.
  • Acute metritis (0 to 14 days post-partum) associated with bacterial organisms susceptible to ceftiofur.
Dosage

For bovine respiratory disease and acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis: administer by intramuscular or subcutaneous administration at the dosage of 0.5 to 1.0 mg ceftiofur equivalents/lb (1.1 to 2.2 mg/kg) BW (1 to 2 mL sterile suspension per 100 lb BW). Administer daily at 24 h intervals for a total of three consecutive days. Additional treatments may be administered on Days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments. In addition, for BRD only, administer intramuscularly or subcutaneously 1.0 mg ceftiofur equivalents/lb (2.2 mg/kg) BW every other day on Days 1 and 3 (48 h interval). Do not inject more than 15 mL per injection site. Selection of dosage level (0.5 to 1.0 mg/lb) and regimen/duration (daily or every other day for BRD only) should be based on an assessment of the severity of disease, pathogen susceptibility and clinical response. For acute post-partum metritis: administer by intramuscular or subcutaneous administration at the dosage of 1.0 mg ceftiofur equivalents/lb (2.2 mg/kg) BW (2 mL sterile suspension per 100 lb BW). Administer at 24 h intervals for five consecutive days. Do not inject more than 15 mL per injection site.

Ceftiofur for Injection

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Sponsor
Hospira, Inc.
ANADA
200-421
Status
RX
Form
Powder-Sterile
Route
Subcutaneous, Intramuscular
Species
Dog • Goat • Swine • Cattle • Turkey • Day-Old Chicks • Sheep

<strong>Cattle</strong>

Indication
For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus somni.  Also, for treatment of acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus.
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg per pound (1.1 to 2.2 mg/kg) of body weight (1-2 mL reconstituted sterile solution per 100 lbs body weight). Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days. Additional treatments may be given on days four and five for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments

<strong>Swine</strong>

Indication
For treatment/control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus (Haemophilus) pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella choleraesuis, and Streptococcus suis.
Dosage
1.36 to 2.27 mg per pound (3.0 to 5.0 mg/kg) of body weight (1 mL of reconstituted sterile solution per 22 to 37 lbs body weight). Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days.

<strong>Sheep</strong>

Indication
For treatment of sheep respiratory disease (sheep pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica and Pasteurella multocida.
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg per pound (1.1 to 2.2 mL reconstituted sterile solution per 100 lbs body weight).  Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days. Additional treatments may be given on days four and five for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments.

<strong>Goats</strong>

Indication
For treatment of caprine respiratory disease (goat pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica and Pasteurella multocida.
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg per pound (1.1 to 2.2 mg/kg) of body weight (1-2 mL reconstituted sterile solution per 100 lbs body weight). Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days. Additional treatments may be given on days four and five for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments.

<strong>Horses</strong>

Indication
For treatment of respiratory infections in horses associated with Streptococcus zooepidemicus.
Dosage
1.0 to 2.0 mg per pound (2.2 to 4.4 mg/kg) of body weight (2-4 mL reconstituted sterile solution per 100 lb body weight). A maximum of 10 mL may be administered per injection site.  Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals, continued for 48 hours after clinical signs have disappeared and should not exceed 10 days.

<strong>Dogs</strong>

Indication
For the treatment of canine urinary tract infections associated with Escherichia coli and Proteus mirabilis.
Dosage
1.0 mg per pound 2.2 mg/kg) of body weight (0.1 mL reconstituted sterile solution per 5 lbs body weight). Treatment should be repeated at 24 hour intervals for 5-14 days.

<strong>Day-Old Chicks</strong>

Indication
For the control of early mortality, associated with E. coli organisms susceptible to ceftiofur, in day-old chicks.
Dosage
0.08 to 0.20 mg/chick. One mL of the 50 mg/mL reconstituted solution will treat approximately 250 to 625 day-old chicks.

<strong>Day-Old Turkey Poults</strong>

Indication
For the control of early mortality, associated with E. coli organisms susceptible to ceftiofur, in day-old turkey poults.
Dosage
0.17 to 0.5 mg/poult. 1 ml of the 50 mg/mL reconstituted solution will treat approximately 100 to 294 day-old turkey poults.

Excenel® Sterile Powder

SPL · SPL

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Excenel® Sterile Powder Excenel® RTU Excenel Sterile Suspension

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Sponsor
Zoetis Inc.
NADA
140-890
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Suspension)
Route
Subcutaneous, Intramuscular
Species
Cattle
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of ceftiofur hydrochloride suspension contains 50 milligrams (mg) of ceftiofur equivalents.

Swine

Indication
For treatment and control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella choleraesuis, and Streptococcus suis.
Dosage
3 to 5 milligrams per kilogram of body weight by intramuscular injection. Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment.

Cattle (excluding veal calves)

Indication
For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (BRD, shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, P. multocida, and Histophilus somni; acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus; and acute metritis (0 to 14 days post-partum) associated with bacteria susceptible to ceftiofur.
Dosage
1.1 to 2.2 mg/kg of body weight by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection, at 24-hour intervals for 3 to 5 consecutive days. For bovine respiratory disease, 2.2 mg/kg of body weight may be administered twice at a 48-hour interval. For acute metritis, administer 2.2 mg/kg of body weight daily for 5 consecutive days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment. A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Excenel® RTU

SPL · SPL

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Excenel® Sterile Powder Excenel® RTU Excenel Sterile Suspension

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Sponsor
Zoetis Inc.
NADA
140-890
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Suspension)
Route
Subcutaneous, Intramuscular
Species
Cattle
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of ceftiofur hydrochloride suspension contains 50 milligrams (mg) of ceftiofur equivalents.

Swine

Indication
For treatment and control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella choleraesuis, and Streptococcus suis.
Dosage
3 to 5 milligrams per kilogram of body weight by intramuscular injection. Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment.

Cattle (excluding veal calves)

Indication
For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (BRD, shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, P. multocida, and Histophilus somni; acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus; and acute metritis (0 to 14 days post-partum) associated with bacteria susceptible to ceftiofur.
Dosage
1.1 to 2.2 mg/kg of body weight by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection, at 24-hour intervals for 3 to 5 consecutive days. For bovine respiratory disease, 2.2 mg/kg of body weight may be administered twice at a 48-hour interval. For acute metritis, administer 2.2 mg/kg of body weight daily for 5 consecutive days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment. A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Excenel Sterile Suspension

SPL · SPL

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FDA Structured Product Label

Excenel® Sterile Powder Excenel® RTU Excenel Sterile Suspension

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Sponsor
Zoetis Inc.
NADA
140-890
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Suspension)
Route
Subcutaneous, Intramuscular
Species
Cattle
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of ceftiofur hydrochloride suspension contains 50 milligrams (mg) of ceftiofur equivalents.

Swine

Indication
For treatment and control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella choleraesuis, and Streptococcus suis.
Dosage
3 to 5 milligrams per kilogram of body weight by intramuscular injection. Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment.

Cattle (excluding veal calves)

Indication
For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (BRD, shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, P. multocida, and Histophilus somni; acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus; and acute metritis (0 to 14 days post-partum) associated with bacteria susceptible to ceftiofur.
Dosage
1.1 to 2.2 mg/kg of body weight by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection, at 24-hour intervals for 3 to 5 consecutive days. For bovine respiratory disease, 2.2 mg/kg of body weight may be administered twice at a 48-hour interval. For acute metritis, administer 2.2 mg/kg of body weight daily for 5 consecutive days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment. A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Spectramast™ DC Sterile Suspension

SPL · SPL

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Spectramast™ DC Sterile Suspension

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Sponsor
Zoetis Inc.
NADA
141-239
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Suspension)
Route
Intramammary
Species
Dairy
Composition / specifications
Each single-use, 10-milliliter syringe of ceftiofur hydrochloride suspension contains or 500 milligrams (mg)ceftiofur equivalents.

Dairy cattle (At Dry Off)

Indication
For the treatment of subclinical mastitis in dairy cattle at the time of dry off associated with Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus dysgalactiae, and Streptococcus uberis.
Dosage
Infuse 500 mg per affected quarter at the time of dry off.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Spectramast® LC Sterile Suspension

SPL · SPL

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Spectramast® LC Sterile Suspension

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Sponsor
Zoetis Inc.
NADA
141-238
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Suspension)
Route
Intramammary
Species
Dairy
Composition / specifications
Each single-use, 10-milliliter syringe of ceftiofur hydrochloride suspension contains 125 milligrams (mg) ceftiofur equivalents.

Lactating Dairy Cattle

Indication
For use in lactating dairy cattle for (1) the treatment of clinical mastitis associated with coagulase-negative staphylococci, Streptococcus dysgalactiae, and Escherichia coli and (2) the treatment of diagnosed subclinical mastitis associated with coagulase-negative staphylococci and Streptococcus dysgalactiae.
Dosage
Infuse 125 mg per affected quarter. Repeat treatment in 24 hours. Once daily treatment may be repeated for up to 8 consecutive days.
Limitations
Milk taken from cows during treatment (a maximum of eight daily infusions) and for 72 hours after the last treatment must not be used for human consumption. Following label use for up to eight consecutive days, a 2-day pre-slaughter withdrawal period is required. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal Law prohibits extra-label use of this drug in lactating dairy cattle for disease prevention purposes; at unapproved doses; frequencies, durations, or routes of administration; and in unapproved major food producing species/production classes.

ucm049847.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm049846.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm049844.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm049843.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm049842.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm049841.pdf

FOI · FOI

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N140338_Supp_10_25_96.pdf

FOI · FOI

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UCM470933.pdf

FOI · FOI

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N140338_Supp_08-24-1995.pdf

FOI · FOI

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UCM539438.pdf

FOI · FOI

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N140338_Supp_08_04_1992.pdf

FOI · FOI

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N140338_Supp_03-15-1991.pdf

FOI · FOI

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UCM490826.pdf

FOI · FOI

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UCM478009.pdf

FOI · FOI

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FOI Summary sN 141-288 Approved May 6, 2019.pdf

FOI · FOI

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UCM377873.pdf

FOI · FOI

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UCM208544.pdf

FOI · FOI

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FOI Summary oA 200-616 Approved January 28, 2019.pdf

FOI · FOI

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UCM307677.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm059129.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm059128.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm059127.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm059124.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm059122.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm059120.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm118055.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm118053.pdf

FOI · FOI

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UCM446090.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm118052.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm118051.pdf

FOI · FOI

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ucm118047.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

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UCM235349.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

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ucm117761.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

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ucm117768.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

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ucm117772.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

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UCM203951.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

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UCM307680.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

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Source metadata:
Veterinary reference (advanced)

Canonical medication sections are above. This legacy block remains available for deeper cross-reference without cluttering the primary workflow.

At a Glance

Quick facts and links to official labeling and safety signals.

Data freshness
  • Reference facts: Source Roxee | Refreshed Jun 22, 2026, 10:41 AM UTC
    The reference fact projection used for browse cards and quick facts.
  • Animal Drugs @ FDA: Source FDA | Refreshed Jun 22, 2026, 10:41 AM UTC
    Applications/products are imported from FDA export data.
  • Animal Drugs @ FDA previews: Source FDA | Refreshed Feb 9, 2026, 3:05 AM UTC
    Label highlights/doc links are fetched from FDA preview endpoints.
Official (FDA)
Identity: Generic ingredient • No FDA branded products linked
No official FDA brand rows linked yet for this ingredient.
Catalog species: Both • FDA-labeled species: 1 day-old broiler chicks, Beef, Beef And Non-Lactating Dairy, Cattle, Dairy, Day old poults, Day-Old Chicks, Dog, Goat, Horse, Sheep, Swine, Turkey
Rx/OTC: RX
Form/route: Liquid (Solution), Liquid (Suspension), Powder-Sterile, Sterile suspension • Injection, Intramammary, Intramuscular, Subcutaneous
Applications: NADA 140-338 • NADA 141-288 • ANADA 200-616 • ANADA 200-421 • NADA 140-890 • NADA 141-239 • NADA 141-238
Documents: 38 (FOI: 30) • SPL: 9 • Label highlights • Official documents
Safety (openFDA)
Top reactions: Dog 0 • Cat 0 • View
Case summaries: 0
openFDA reports are unverified and do not prove causation.
Explore
Linked using: Fda_Label (0.95), Fda_Label (0.95), Fda_Label (0.95)
Diagnosis Codes

Diagnosis-code mappings are not available for this medication yet.

Counseling and Monitoring Highlights

Global Pet owner/Vet mode is controlled in the header. This section avoids duplicate in-page persona tabs.

Owner-facing counseling points
  • Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment. A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. (Contraindication, High)
Top reaction signals
Tendon injury (1) Swelling NOS (1) Surgical site disorder (1) Regurgitation (1) Panniculitis (1) Neutrophilia (1) Lymphadenopathy (1) Localised oedema (1)

Identifiers & Packages

Normalized identifiers (NDC/NADA/ANADA) and package metadata from regulator listings.

Identifiers
ANADA: 200421 ANADA: 200616 NADA: 140338 NADA: 140890 NADA: 141209 NADA: 141235 NADA: 141238 NADA: 141239 NADA: 141288 NDC Package: 49553-1261-1 NDC Package: 49553-1261-2 NDC Package: 54771-3362-1 NDC Package: 54771-3362-2 NDC Package: 54771-5223-1 NDC Package: 54771-5224-1 NDC Package: 54771-5224-2 NDC Package: 54771-5224-3 NDC Package: 54771-5224-4 NDC Package: 54771-5278-1 NDC Package: 54771-5278-2 NDC Package: 54771-5279-1 NDC Package: 54771-5279-2 NDC Package: 54771-5402-1 NDC Package: 54771-5402-2
Package NDC Product NDC Form / Route Status
49553-1261-1 49553 -
49553-1261-2 49553 -
54771-3362-1 54771 -
54771-3362-2 54771 -
54771-5223-1 54771 -
54771-5224-1 54771 -
54771-5224-2 54771 -
54771-5224-3 54771 -
54771-5224-4 54771 -
54771-5278-1 54771 -
54771-5278-2 54771 -
54771-5279-1 54771 -
54771-5279-2 54771 -
54771-5402-1 54771 -
54771-5402-2 54771 -
55529-163-02 55529 -
55529-163-04 55529 -
58597-8170-9 58597 -
58597-8171-8 58597 -
58597-8171-9 58597 -

Enriched Documents

Documents are tiered by source trust: Official, Clinical, Manufacturer, Marketing.

  • ucm118047.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Feb. 28, 2024
    FDA FOI summary for application 141235
  • UCM235349.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Feb. 28, 2024
    FDA FOI summary for application 141235
  • ucm117761.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Feb. 28, 2024
    FDA FOI summary for application 141209
  • ucm117768.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Feb. 28, 2024
    FDA FOI summary for application 141209
  • ucm117772.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Feb. 28, 2024
    FDA FOI summary for application 141209
  • UCM203951.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Feb. 28, 2024
    FDA FOI summary for application 141209
  • UCM307680.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Feb. 28, 2024
    FDA FOI summary for application 141209
  • UCM478009.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • UCM490826.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • N140338_Supp_03-15-1991.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • N140338_Supp_08_04_1992.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • UCM539438.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • N140338_Supp_08-24-1995.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • UCM470933.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • N140338_Supp_10_25_96.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • ucm049841.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • ucm049842.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • ucm049843.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • ucm049844.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • ucm049846.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • ucm049847.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 6, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 140338
  • UCM208544.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 3, 2019
    FDA FOI summary for application 141288
  • UCM377873.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 3, 2019
    FDA FOI summary for application 141288
  • FOI Summary sN 141-288 Approved May 6, 2019.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 3, 2019
    FDA FOI summary for application 141288
  • FOI Summary oA 200-616 Approved January 28, 2019.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Jan. 31, 2019
    FDA FOI summary for application 200616
  • UCM307677.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Jan. 16, 2018
    FDA FOI summary for application 200421
  • ucm059120.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Dec. 18, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 140890
  • ucm059122.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Dec. 18, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 140890
  • ucm059124.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Dec. 18, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 140890
  • ucm059127.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Dec. 18, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 140890
  • ucm059128.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Dec. 18, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 140890
  • ucm059129.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Dec. 18, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 140890
  • ucm118053.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 141239
  • ucm118055.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 141239
  • ucm118051.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 141238
  • ucm118052.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 141238
  • UCM446090.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 141238

Data Sources & Change Log

Every non-trivial field is expected to include provenance and update timestamps.

Official 103 Clinical 7 Manufacturer 0 Marketing 0
Current Field Facts
  • contraindications: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treat… (Clinical, 2026-04-15)
  • contraindications: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treat… (Clinical, 2026-04-11)
  • side_effects: Top reported reactions (openFDA): Abnormal cytology, Abnormal histology NOS, Corneal ulcer, Death by euthanasia, Decreased appetite, Dermal plaque. (Clinical, 2026-04-22)
  • side_effects: Top reported reactions (openFDA): Abnormal cytology, Abnormal histology NOS, Corneal ulcer, Death by euthanasia, Decreased appetite, Dermal plaque. (Clinical, 2026-04-15)
  • side_effects: Top reported reactions (openFDA): Abnormal cytology, Abnormal histology NOS, Corneal ulcer, Death by euthanasia, Decreased appetite, Dermal plaque. (Clinical, 2026-04-11)
  • usage: For treatment of respiratory infections in horses associated with Streptococcus zooepidemicus . Treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumo… (Clinical, 2026-04-15)
  • usage: For treatment of respiratory infections in horses associated with Streptococcus zooepidemicus . Treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumo… (Clinical, 2026-04-11)
  • contraindications: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treat… (Official, 2026-04-22)
  • contraindications: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treat… (Official, 2026-02-12)
  • indications: Cattle: For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus s… (Official, 2026-06-22)
  • indications: Cattle: For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus s… (Official, 2026-06-22)
  • indications: Cattle: For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus s… (Official, 2026-06-21)
  • indications: Cattle: For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus s… (Official, 2026-06-20)
  • indications: Cattle: For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus s… (Official, 2026-06-13)
  • indications: Cattle: For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus s… (Official, 2026-06-12)
  • indications: Cattle: For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus s… (Official, 2026-06-12)
  • indications: Cattle: For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus s… (Official, 2026-06-11)
  • indications: Cattle: For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus s… (Official, 2026-06-11)
  • indications: Cattle: For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus s… (Official, 2026-06-10)
  • indications: Cattle: For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus s… (Official, 2026-06-09)
Recent Revisions
  • side_effects updated 2026-04-22 10:07 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-04-22 10:07 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-04-22 10:07 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • side_effects updated 2026-04-15 10:04 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-04-15 10:04 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-04-15 10:04 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • side_effects updated 2026-04-11 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-04-11 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-04-11 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • side_effects updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields

FDA Products & Applications (Animal Drugs @ FDA)

Official sponsor/proprietary-name/application-status records linked by active ingredient.

Product Sponsor Application Status Published
Naxcel® Sterile Powder
RX
Ceftiofur Sodium
Liquid (Solution) • Intramuscular, Subcutaneous
Label highlights
Official documents
Zoetis Inc. NADA 140-338 Approved Sep 6, 2022
EXCENEL® RTU EZ
RX
Ceftiofur Hydrochloride
Liquid (Suspension) • Intramuscular, Subcutaneous
Label highlights
Official documents
Zoetis Inc. NADA 141-288 Approved Jun 3, 2019
Cefenil® RTU
RX
Ceftiofur Hydrochloride
Sterile suspension • Injection
Label highlights
Official documents
Norbrook Laboratories, Ltd. ANADA 200-616 Approved Jan 31, 2019
Ceftiofur for Injection
RX
Ceftiofur Sodium
Powder-Sterile • Subcutaneous, Intramuscular
Label highlights
Official documents
Hospira, Inc. ANADA 200-421 W Jan 16, 2018
Excenel® Sterile Powder Excenel® RTU Excenel Sterile Suspension
RX
Ceftiofur Hydrochloride
Liquid (Suspension) • Subcutaneous, Intramuscular
Label highlights
Official documents
Zoetis Inc. NADA 140-890 Approved Dec 18, 2017
Spectramast™ DC Sterile Suspension
RX
Ceftiofur Hydrochloride
Liquid (Suspension) • Intramammary
Label highlights
Official documents
Zoetis Inc. NADA 141-239 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Spectramast® LC Sterile Suspension
RX
Ceftiofur Hydrochloride
Liquid (Suspension) • Intramammary
Label highlights
Official documents
Zoetis Inc. NADA 141-238 Approved Jun 1, 2016

Data source: FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA (public search export).

What It's For (FDA Label Highlights)

Extracted from FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA product labeling. Always confirm details with your veterinarian.

Species: Dog • Horse • Goat • Beef • Dairy • Day old poults • 1 day-old broiler chicks • Sheep
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of aqueous solution constituted from ceftiofur sodium powder contains 50 milligrams (mg) ceftiofur equivalents.
Horses
Indication
For treatment of respiratory infections in horses associated with Streptococcus zooepidemicus.
Dosage
2.2 to 4.4 mg/kg (1.0 to 2.0 mg/lb) body weight by intramuscular injection. Treatment should be repeated every 24 hours, continued for 48 hours after clinical signs have disappeared, and should not exceed 10 days. A maximum of 10 mL should be administered per injection site.
Limitations
Cattle
Indication
Treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, P. multocida, and Histophilus somni in beef and dairy cattle
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg/lb body weight by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection for 3 days. Additional treatments may be given on days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show satisfactory response.
Limitations
Indication

For treatment of acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus.

Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg/lb body weight by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection for 3 days. Additional treatments may be given on days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show satisfactory response.
Limitations
Swine
Indication
For treatment and control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus (Haemophilus) pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella choleraesuis, and Streptococcus suis.
Dosage
3 to 5 mg per kilogram (/kg) body weight by intramuscular injection for 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Sheep
Indication
For treatment of sheep respiratory disease (pneumonia) associated with M. haemolytica and P. multocida.
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg/lb body weight by intramuscular injection for 3 days. Additional treatments may be given on days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show satisfactory response.
Limitations
Chickens (Day Old Chicks)
Indication
For control of early mortality associated with Escherichia coli organisms susceptible to ceftiofur in day-old chicks.
Dosage
0.08 to 0.20 mg as a single subcutaneous injection in the neck.
Limitations
Turkeys (Day Old Poults)
Indication
For control of early mortality associated with E. coli organisms susceptible to ceftiofur in day-old poults.
Dosage
0.17 to 0.5 mg as a single subcutaneous injection in the neck.
Limitations
Dogs
Indication
Treatment of canine urinary tract infections associated with E. coli and Proteus mirabilis.
Dosage
1.0 mg/lb (2.2 mg/kg) body weight by subcutaneous injection. Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals, continued for 48 hours after clinical signs have disappeared, for 5 to 14 days.
Limitations
Goats
Indication
For treatment of caprine respiratory disease (goat pneumonia) associated with M. haemolytica and P. multocida.
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg/lb body weight by intramuscular injection for 3 days. Additional treatments may be given on days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show satisfactory response.
Limitations

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Species: Beef And Non-Lactating Dairy • Dairy
Composition / specifications
Each mL contains 50 mg of ceftiofur equivalents (CE).
Cattle (Beef, Non-Lactating Dairy, Lactating Dairy)
Indication
For treatment of Acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus.
Dosage
Administer by intramuscular or subcutaneous administration 0.5 to 1 mg CE/lb (1.1 to 2.2 mg CE/kg) BW (1 to 2 mL sterile suspension per 100 lb BW). Administer daily at 24-hour intervals for a total of three consecutive days. Additional treatments may be administered on Days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments.
Limitations
Indication
For treatment of Acute metritis (0 to 14 days post-partum) associated with bacterial organisms susceptible to ceftiofur.
Dosage

Administer by intramuscular or subcutaneous administration at the dosage of 1 mg CE/lb (2.2 mg CE/kg) BW (2 mL sterile suspension per 100 lb BW). Administer at 24 hour intervals for five consecutive days. Do not inject more than 15 mL per injection site.

Limitations
Indication
For treatment of Bovine respiratory disease (BRD, shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus somni.
Dosage

Administer by intramuscular or subcutaneous administration at the dosage of 0.5 to 1 mg CE/lb (1.1 to 2.2 mg CE/kg) BW (1 to 2 mL sterile suspension per 100 lb BW). Administer daily at 24 hour intervals for a total of three consecutive days. Additional treatments may be administered on Days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments. Alternatively, for BRD only, administer intramuscularly or subcutaneously 1 mg CE/ lb (2.2 mg CE/kg) BW every other day on Days 1 and 3 (48 hour interval). Selection of dosage level (0.5 to 1 mg CE/lb) and regimen/duration (daily or every other day for BRD only) should be based on an assessment of the severity of disease, pathogen susceptibility and clinical response. Do not inject more than 15 mL per injection site.

Limitations
Swine
Indication
For treatment/control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella Choleraesuis and Streptococcus suis.
Dosage

Administer intramuscularly at a dosage of 1.36 to 2.27 mg ceftiofur equivalents (CE)/lb (3 to 5 mg CE/kg) body weight (BW) (1 mL of sterile suspension per 22 to 37 lb BW). Treatment should be repeated at 24 hour intervals for a total of three consecutive days. Do not inject more than 15 mL per injection site.

Limitations

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Composition / specifications
50 mg/mL
Swine
Indication

For treatment/control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus (Haemophilus) pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella choleraesuis and Streptococcus suis.

Dosage

Administer intramuscularly at a dosage of 1.36 to 2.27 mg ceftiofur equivalents/lb (3.0 to 5.0 mg/kg) BW (1 mL of sterile suspension per 22 to 37 lb BW). Treatment should be repeated at 24 h intervals for a total of three consecutive days.

Limitations
Cattle
Indication

For treatment of the following bacterial diseases:

  • Bovine respiratory disease (BRD, shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus somni.
  • Acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus.
  • Acute metritis (0 to 14 days post-partum) associated with bacterial organisms susceptible to ceftiofur.
Dosage

For bovine respiratory disease and acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis: administer by intramuscular or subcutaneous administration at the dosage of 0.5 to 1.0 mg ceftiofur equivalents/lb (1.1 to 2.2 mg/kg) BW (1 to 2 mL sterile suspension per 100 lb BW). Administer daily at 24 h intervals for a total of three consecutive days. Additional treatments may be administered on Days 4 and 5 for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments. In addition, for BRD only, administer intramuscularly or subcutaneously 1.0 mg ceftiofur equivalents/lb (2.2 mg/kg) BW every other day on Days 1 and 3 (48 h interval). Do not inject more than 15 mL per injection site. Selection of dosage level (0.5 to 1.0 mg/lb) and regimen/duration (daily or every other day for BRD only) should be based on an assessment of the severity of disease, pathogen susceptibility and clinical response. For acute post-partum metritis: administer by intramuscular or subcutaneous administration at the dosage of 1.0 mg ceftiofur equivalents/lb (2.2 mg/kg) BW (2 mL sterile suspension per 100 lb BW). Administer at 24 h intervals for five consecutive days. Do not inject more than 15 mL per injection site.

Limitations

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Species: Dog • Goat • Swine • Cattle • Turkey • Day-Old Chicks • Sheep
<strong>Cattle</strong>
Indication
For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida and Histophilus somni.  Also, for treatment of acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus.
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg per pound (1.1 to 2.2 mg/kg) of body weight (1-2 mL reconstituted sterile solution per 100 lbs body weight). Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days. Additional treatments may be given on days four and five for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments
Limitations
<strong>Swine</strong>
Indication
For treatment/control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus (Haemophilus) pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella choleraesuis, and Streptococcus suis.
Dosage
1.36 to 2.27 mg per pound (3.0 to 5.0 mg/kg) of body weight (1 mL of reconstituted sterile solution per 22 to 37 lbs body weight). Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
<strong>Sheep</strong>
Indication
For treatment of sheep respiratory disease (sheep pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica and Pasteurella multocida.
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg per pound (1.1 to 2.2 mL reconstituted sterile solution per 100 lbs body weight).  Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days. Additional treatments may be given on days four and five for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments.
Limitations
<strong>Goats</strong>
Indication
For treatment of caprine respiratory disease (goat pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica and Pasteurella multocida.
Dosage
0.5 to 1.0 mg per pound (1.1 to 2.2 mg/kg) of body weight (1-2 mL reconstituted sterile solution per 100 lbs body weight). Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days. Additional treatments may be given on days four and five for animals which do not show a satisfactory response (not recovered) after the initial three treatments.
Limitations
<strong>Horses</strong>
Indication
For treatment of respiratory infections in horses associated with Streptococcus zooepidemicus.
Dosage
1.0 to 2.0 mg per pound (2.2 to 4.4 mg/kg) of body weight (2-4 mL reconstituted sterile solution per 100 lb body weight). A maximum of 10 mL may be administered per injection site.  Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals, continued for 48 hours after clinical signs have disappeared and should not exceed 10 days.
Limitations
<strong>Dogs</strong>
Indication
For the treatment of canine urinary tract infections associated with Escherichia coli and Proteus mirabilis.
Dosage
1.0 mg per pound 2.2 mg/kg) of body weight (0.1 mL reconstituted sterile solution per 5 lbs body weight). Treatment should be repeated at 24 hour intervals for 5-14 days.
Limitations
<strong>Day-Old Chicks</strong>
Indication
For the control of early mortality, associated with E. coli organisms susceptible to ceftiofur, in day-old chicks.
Dosage
0.08 to 0.20 mg/chick. One mL of the 50 mg/mL reconstituted solution will treat approximately 250 to 625 day-old chicks.
Limitations
<strong>Day-Old Turkey Poults</strong>
Indication
For the control of early mortality, associated with E. coli organisms susceptible to ceftiofur, in day-old turkey poults.
Dosage
0.17 to 0.5 mg/poult. 1 ml of the 50 mg/mL reconstituted solution will treat approximately 100 to 294 day-old turkey poults.
Limitations

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Species: Cattle
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of ceftiofur hydrochloride suspension contains 50 milligrams (mg) of ceftiofur equivalents.
Swine
Indication
For treatment and control of swine bacterial respiratory disease (swine bacterial pneumonia) associated with Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae, Pasteurella multocida, Salmonella choleraesuis, and Streptococcus suis.
Dosage
3 to 5 milligrams per kilogram of body weight by intramuscular injection. Treatment should be repeated at 24-hour intervals for a total of 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment.
Cattle (excluding veal calves)
Indication
For treatment of bovine respiratory disease (BRD, shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica, P. multocida, and Histophilus somni; acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus; and acute metritis (0 to 14 days post-partum) associated with bacteria susceptible to ceftiofur.
Dosage
1.1 to 2.2 mg/kg of body weight by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection, at 24-hour intervals for 3 to 5 consecutive days. For bovine respiratory disease, 2.2 mg/kg of body weight may be administered twice at a 48-hour interval. For acute metritis, administer 2.2 mg/kg of body weight daily for 5 consecutive days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment. A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

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Species: Dairy
Composition / specifications
Each single-use, 10-milliliter syringe of ceftiofur hydrochloride suspension contains or 500 milligrams (mg)ceftiofur equivalents.
Dairy cattle (At Dry Off)
Indication
For the treatment of subclinical mastitis in dairy cattle at the time of dry off associated with Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus dysgalactiae, and Streptococcus uberis.
Dosage
Infuse 500 mg per affected quarter at the time of dry off.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

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Species: Dairy
Composition / specifications
Each single-use, 10-milliliter syringe of ceftiofur hydrochloride suspension contains 125 milligrams (mg) ceftiofur equivalents.
Lactating Dairy Cattle
Indication
For use in lactating dairy cattle for (1) the treatment of clinical mastitis associated with coagulase-negative staphylococci, Streptococcus dysgalactiae, and Escherichia coli and (2) the treatment of diagnosed subclinical mastitis associated with coagulase-negative staphylococci and Streptococcus dysgalactiae.
Dosage
Infuse 125 mg per affected quarter. Repeat treatment in 24 hours. Once daily treatment may be repeated for up to 8 consecutive days.
Limitations
Milk taken from cows during treatment (a maximum of eight daily infusions) and for 72 hours after the last treatment must not be used for human consumption. Following label use for up to eight consecutive days, a 2-day pre-slaughter withdrawal period is required. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal Law prohibits extra-label use of this drug in lactating dairy cattle for disease prevention purposes; at unapproved doses; frequencies, durations, or routes of administration; and in unapproved major food producing species/production classes.

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Usage

For treatment of respiratory infections in horses associated with Streptococcus zooepidemicus . Treatment of bovine respiratory disease (shipping fever, pneumonia) associated with Mannheimia haemolytica , P. multocida , and Histophilus somni in beef and dairy cattle For treatment of acute bovine interdigital necrobacillosis (foot rot, pododermatitis) associated with Fusobacterium necrophorum and Bacteroides melaninogenicus .

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Contraindications

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated swine must not be slaughtered for 4 days following the last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated cattle must not be slaughtered for 3 days following the last treatment. A withdrawal period has not been established in preruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Top Reported Reactions (openFDA)

De-duplicated reaction terms grouped by body system from FDA openFDA reports (not verified; does not prove causation).

Digestive
Decreased appetite (1) • Dog

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Skin & allergy
Swelling NOS (1) • Dog Injection site swelling (1) • Dog Erythematous rash (1) • Dog

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Effectiveness
Lack of efficacy - NOS (1) • Cat

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Other
Tendon injury (1) • Dog Surgical site disorder (1) • Dog Regurgitation (1) • Dog Panniculitis (1) • Dog Neutrophilia (1) • Cat
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Lymphadenopathy (1) • Dog Localised oedema (1) • Dog Injection site skin discolouration (1) • Dog Injection site serosanguinous discharge (1) • Dog Injection site self trauma (1) • Dog Injection site oedema (1) • Dog Injection site necrosis (1) • Dog Injection site infection (1) • Dog Injection site bruising (1) • Dog Injection site bleeding (1) • Dog Hypophosphataemia (1) • Cat Hyperglycaemia (1) • Cat Elevated serum alkaline phosphatase (1) • Cat Elevated alanine aminotransferase (1) • Cat Diabetes (1) • Cat Dermatitis (1) • Dog Dermal plaque (1) • Dog Death by euthanasia (1) • Dog Corneal ulcer (1) • Cat Abnormal histology NOS (1) • Dog Abnormal cytology (1) • Dog

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Adverse Event Case Summaries (openFDA)

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