Alivira VETICEFT (ceftriaxone) is a broad-spectrum, third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used in livestock and companion animals to treat severe, deep-seated bacterial infections.
INDICATIONS
- Respiratory Tract Infections: Treats severe pneumonia, bronchopneumonia, and bacterial respiratory diseases.
- Uro-Genital Tract Infections: Treats conditions like metritis, pyometra, nephritis, and other urinary/reproductive tract infections.
- Mastitis: Provides robust, targeted treatment for bacterial infections in the udder.
- Meningitis: Highly effective against bacterial infections affecting the central nervous system and cerebrospinal fluid.
- Wound & Skin Infections: Accelerates healing and fights bacterial agents in soft tissues, abscesses, and deep lacerations.
- Septicemia: Manages systemic bacterial infections in the bloodstream.
- Pre & Post-Operative Prophylaxis: Used during and after surgical procedures to prevent secondary infections and ensure safe recoveries.
ADMINISTRATION
- Routes: Can be given deep intramuscularly or via slow IV injection/infusion.
- Reconstitution: The dry powder must be fully dissolved with sterile Water for Injection prior to administering.
- Frequency: Typically administered every 12 to 24 hours, depending on the animal and severity of the infection.
Standard Dosage Guidelines
While dosage always depends on the prescribing veterinarian’s exact instructions for your specific animal, general recommendations include:
- Dogs: 15 to 50 mg/kg of body weight.
- Calves & Goats: 15 to 50 mg/kg of body weight.
- Large Animals: 15 to 50 mg/kg of body weight.
