Chlorsol 50

Target species Broiler chickens and pigs. 4.2 Indications for use For use in the treatment of infections due to susceptible bacteria in broiler chickens and pigs. Chickens: Chlorsol 50 is used in the treatment and control of colibacillosis secondary to infectious bursal disease, chronic respiratory disease caused by Mycoplasma gallisepticum and Escherichia coli, and Salmonella enteridis, Salmonella typhimurium and Pasteurella multocida infections. Pigs: Chlorsol 50 is used in the treatment and control of respiratory diseases associated with Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae, Steptococcus suis and toxigenic strains of Pasteurella multocida. It is also used in the treatment and control of rhinitis due to Bordetella bronchiseptica and streptococcal meningitis due to Streptococcus suis type II. 4.3 Contra-indications None Known 4.4 Special warnings for each target species None Known 4.5 Special precautions for use i. Special precautions for use in animals Once opened, the entire contents of the 200g sachet must be added to the required quantity of water. After opening the inner sachet of a 2kg pack, seal after use and keep container tightly closed. Once inner sachet has been opened, contents must be used within 7 days. Any medicated water, which is not consumed within 24 hours, should be discarded safely. Chickens and pigs should have access only to medicated water during treatment ii. Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals Avoid inhalation of dust by wearing a protective mask. Wear either disposable half-mask respirator conforming to European Standard EN 149 or a non-disposable respirator to European Standard EN 140 with a filter to EN 143. In case of accidental spillage on to the skin or eyes, wash the affected area with clean running water immediately. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs/persists. Wash hands thoroughly after using this product. 4.6 Adverse reactions (frequency and seriousness) Not applicable 4.7 Use during pregnancy, lactation or lay Do not administer Chlorsol 50 to pregnant sows, see also 4.3 4.8 Interaction with other medicaments and other forms of interaction Absorption of chlortetracycline from the alimentary tract is reduced by calcium, iron, magnesium and zinc salts.