§ 520.1485 - Neomycin sulfate oral solution.

(a) Specifications. Each milliliter contains 200 milligrams of neomycin sulfate (equivalent to 140 milligrams of neomycin base).

(b) Sponsors. See Nos. 000009, 054925, and 059130 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter.

(c) Related tolerances. See § 556.430 of this chapter.

(d) Conditions of use—(1) Amount. 10 milligrams of neomycin sulfate per pound of body weight per day in divided doses for a maximum of 14 days.

(2) Indications for use. For the treatment and control of colibacillosis (bacterial enteritis) caused by Escherichia coli susceptible to neomycin in cattle (excluding veal calves), swine, sheep, and goats.

(3) Limitations. Administer undiluted or in drinking water. Prepare a fresh solution daily. If symptoms persist after using this preparation for 2 or 3 days, consult a veterinarian. Treatment should continue 24 to 48 hours beyond remission of disease symptoms, but not to exceed a total of 14 consecutive days. Discontinue treatment prior to slaughter as follows: 1 day for cattle, 2 days for sheep, and 3 days for swine and goats.