Tulathromycin
Also known as: Draxxin
**Tulathromycin** is a long-acting antibiotic used primarily to treat respiratory infections in livestock. * **Single Treatment**: Usually requires only one injection due to its long-lasting effects in the lungs. * **Injection Site Reactions**: Mild swelling or pain at the injection site is common and usually resolves on its own. * **Strict Withdrawal Times**: You must adhere strictly to meat withdrawal times (18 days for cattle, 5 days for swine) before slaughter to prevent drug residues in the food supply. > **Important**: Do not use this medication in female dairy cows 20 months of age or older, or in calves intended for veal.
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
What it is used for
- Bovine respiratory disease (BRD), bovine foot rot, infectious bovine keratoconjunctivitis (IBK)
- Rhodococcus equi infections in foals
- Swine respiratory disease (SRD)
How it is given
Possible side effects
- Transient hypersalivation
- Transient dyspnea (rare)
- Injection site reactions (swelling, pain, discoloration, trim loss at slaughter)
- Anorexia
- Restlessness and excessive vocalization (swine)
Cautions & contraindications
- Prior hypersensitivity to tulathromycin or other macrolides
- Female dairy cattle 20 months of age or older
- Calves to be processed for veal
- Pre-ruminating calves (withdrawal period not established)
- ### Withdrawal Times * **Cattle**: Must not be slaughtered within 18 days from the last treatment. * **Swine**: Must not be slaughtered within 5 days from the last treatment. ### Administration Warnings * **Cattle**: Administer SC in the neck. Do not inject more than 10 mL per injection site. * **Swine**: Administer IM in the neck. Do not inject more than 2.5 mL per injection site. * Subcutaneous or intramuscular injection can cause a transient local tissue reaction that may result in trim loss at slaughter. * Reproductive safety in pregnant or lactating animals has not been determined.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tulathromycin used for in pets?
**Tulathromycin** is a long-acting antibiotic used primarily to treat respiratory infections in livestock. * **Single Treatment**: Usually requires only one injection due to its long-lasting effects in the lungs. * **Injection Site Reactions**: Mild swelling or pain at the injection site is common and usually resolves on its own. * **Strict Withdrawal Times**: You must adhere strictly to meat withdrawal times (18 days for cattle, 5 days for swine) before slaughter to prevent drug residues in the food supply. > **Important**: Do not use this medication in female dairy cows 20 months of age or older, or in calves intended for veal.
Is Tulathromycin safe for my pet?
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
This article is for general education and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. If your pet is unwell, please consult a veterinarian.
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