Generic Formulation

Dihydrostreptomycin

Indication

Gram-negative infections, usually combined with penicillin for broader cover.

Contraindications

Renal impairment; dehydration.

Side Effects

Nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity; neuromuscular blockade.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Avoid in pregnancy.

Dose Guidance

DogIM/SC

Dose

10 – 20

mg/kg

Frequency

q12h

Duration

3-5 days

Verify against the product label before use.

CatIM/SC

Dose

10 – 20

mg/kg

Frequency

q12h

Duration

3-5 days

Verify against the product label before use.

CattleIM

Dose

10 – 20

mg/kg

Frequency

q12-24h

Duration

3-5 days

Often combined with penicillin. Verify against the product label before use.

GoatIM

Dose

10 – 20

mg/kg

Frequency

q12-24h

Duration

3-5 days

Often combined with penicillin. Verify against the product label before use.

SheepIM

Dose

10 – 20

mg/kg

Frequency

q12-24h

Duration

3-5 days

Often combined with penicillin. Verify against the product label before use.

BuffaloIM

Dose

10 – 20

mg/kg

Frequency

q12-24h

Duration

3-5 days

Often combined with penicillin. Verify against the product label before use.

CowIM

Dose

10 – 20

mg/kg

Frequency

q12-24h

Duration

3-5 days

Often combined with penicillin. Verify against the product label before use.

CalfIM

Dose

10 – 20

mg/kg

Frequency

q12-24h

Duration

3-5 days

Often combined with penicillin. Verify against the product label before use.

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