Medicine Brand

Sulphavet

Sulfanilamide 10 g/10 g

Strength

10 g/10 g

Dosage Form

Powder

Indication

Dusting powder for wounds and infections by topical application.

Mode of Action

Competitive inhibitor of bacterial enzyme dihydropteroate synthetase.

Dose Guidance

LivestockTreatment
Topical

Dose

5 – 10

g/50 kg

Frequency

Every 12 hours

Duration

Max 7 days

Purpose

Treatment

Initial 10g 2-3 times daily, continuation 5g

Small RuminantsTreatment
Topical

Dose

2.5 – 7.5

g/50 kg

Frequency

Every 8 hours

Duration

Max 7 days

Purpose

Treatment

Initial 7.5g 2-3 times daily, continuation 2.5g

Contraindications

Sulfonamide hypersensitivity.