Cefa Dri - American Livestock Supply

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> CEFA-DRI Cephapirin Benzathine for intramammary infusion into the dry cow For the treatment of mastitis in dairy cows during the dry period CEFA-DRI has been shown by extensive clinical studies to be efficacious in the treatment of mastitis in dry cows. When caused by streptococcus agalactiae and staphylococcus aureus, including penicillin-resistant stains Treatment of the dry cow with CEFA-DRI is indicated in any cow known to harbor any of these organisms in the udder at dry off.

DESCRIPTION: CEFA-DRI(Cephapirin benzathine) for intramammary infusion into the dry cow is a product which provides a wide range of bactericidal activity against gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. It is derived biosynthetically from 7-aminocephalosporanic acid.

INGREDIENTS: Each 10ml disposable syringe contains 300mg of Cephapirin activity in a stable peanut oil gel.

ACTION: In the non-lactating mammary gland, CEFA-DRI (Cephapirin benzathine) provides bactericidal levels of active antibiotic, Cephapirin, for a pro-longed period of time. This prolonged activity is due to the low solubility of the Cephapirin benzathine and to slow release gel base. Cephapirin is bactericidal to susceptible organisms; it is known to be highly active against streptococcus agalactiae and staphylococcus aureus, including penicillin-resistant stains. To determine the susceptible of bacteria to Cephapirin in the laboratory, the class disc, cephalothin susceptibility test disc, 30 mcg, should be used.

DOSAGE AND DIRECTIONS: CEFA-DRI (Cephapirin benzathine) IS FOR THE USE IN DRY COWS ONLY. INFUSE EACH QUARTER AT THE TIME OF DRYING OFF WITH A SINGLE 10ML SYRINGE. Use no later than 30 days prior to calving. Completely milk out all four quarters . The udder and teats should be thoroughly washed with warm water containing a suitable dairy antiseptic and dried preferably using individual paper towels. Carefully scrub the teat end and orifice with 70% alcohol, using a separate swab for each teat. Allow to dry CEFA_DRI is packaged with the opti-sert protective cap For partial insertion: twist off upper portion of the opti-sert protective cap to expose 3-4 mm of the syringe tip. For full insertion Remove protective cap to expose the full length of the syringe tip. Insert syringe tip into the teat canal and expel the entire contents of syringe into the quarter. Withdrawl the syringe and gently massage the quarter to distribute the medication. Do not infuse contents of the mastitis syringe into the teat canal if the opti-sert protective cap is broken or damaged.

PRECAUTIONS: CEFA-DRI should be administered with caution to subjects which have demonstrated some form of allergy. Particularly to penicillin. Such reactions are rare, however, should they occur, consult your veterinarian

SUPPLY: CEFA-DRI (Cephapirin benzathine) for intramammary infusion into the dry cow. Cephapirin benzathine equivalent to 300 mg of Cephapirin activity per syringe. 1 ml syringe, carton contains: 12x10ml syringes with opti-sert protective cap and 12 alcohol pads.

WARNINGS: store at room temperature 15 to 30 C (59 to 86 F) Avoid excessive heat. 1.\tFor use in dry cow only2.\tNot to be used within 30 days calving3.\tMilk from treated cows must not be used for food during the first 72 hours after calving.4.\tAny animal infused with this product must not be slaughtered for food until 42 days after the latest infusion.

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS: FORT DODGE ANIMAL HEALTH, FORT DODGE IOWA 50501