Broad spectrum, bactericidal antibiotics
Renal impairment; dehydration. Aminoglycosides carry very long tissue residues — many jurisdictions restrict their use in food animals.
Nephrotoxicity and irreversible ototoxicity, both dose- and duration-related. Neuromuscular blockade at high doses.
Avoid in pregnancy — may damage foetal kidneys and hearing.
Dose
5 – 10
mg/kg
Frequency
q24h
Duration
3-5 days
Once-daily dosing reduces nephrotoxicity. Ensure hydration; monitor renal function. Verify against the product label before use.
Dose
5 – 10
mg/kg
Frequency
q24h
Duration
3-5 days
Once-daily dosing reduces nephrotoxicity. Ensure hydration; monitor renal function. Verify against the product label before use.
Dose
4 – 6
mg/kg
Frequency
q24h
Duration
3 days
Very long tissue residues - restricted in food animals in many jurisdictions. Verify against the product label before use.
Dose
4 – 6
mg/kg
Frequency
q24h
Duration
3 days
Very long tissue residues - restricted in food animals in many jurisdictions. Verify against the product label before use.
Dose
4 – 6
mg/kg
Frequency
q24h
Duration
3 days
Very long tissue residues - restricted in food animals in many jurisdictions. Verify against the product label before use.
Dose
4 – 6
mg/kg
Frequency
q24h
Duration
3 days
Very long tissue residues - restricted in food animals in many jurisdictions. Verify against the product label before use.