Terramycin LA Injectable
The Gold Standard in Long-Acting Antibiotic Protection
Terramycin LA is one of the most trusted names in animal health globally and a cornerstone of South African livestock farming. Containing 200mg/ml of Oxytetracycline, this high-quality, long-acting formulation is designed to provide sustained antibiotic activity in the bloodstream for up to 3 to 5 days following a single injection.
Developed by Zoetis, Terramycin LA is famous for its "clean" formulation that minimizes tissue irritation while delivering rapid results against a massive variety of disease-causing organisms.
š Why Terramycin LA is the Market Leader:
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Sustained Efficacy: A single injection provides several days of therapeutic levels, reducing the need for repeated handling and stress on the animal.
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Broad-Spectrum Power: Highly effective against a wide array of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as rickettsia.
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Rapid Response: Reaches peak blood levels shortly after injection to stop infections before they cause permanent damage.
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Superior Formulation: Manufactured to the highest global standards to ensure consistent potency and safety in every vial.
š Key Indications:
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Tick-Borne Diseases: Critical for the treatment of Heartwater and Gallsickness (Anaplasmosis).
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Respiratory Disease Complex: The first line of defense against Pneumonia and Pasteurellosis.
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Infectious Ophthalmia: Effective systemic treatment for "Pinkeye" (Infectious Bovine Keratoconjunctivitis).
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Bacterial Infections: Treats Footrot, Joint-ill, Navel-ill, and secondary infections following viral outbreaks.
š Administration & Dosage:
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Method: Administer via Deep Intramuscular (IM) injection.
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Standard Dosage: 1ml per 10kg of body mass.
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Maximum Volume per Site: * Cattle: 20ml per site.
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Pro-Tip: Always inject into the heavy muscle of the neck. For large doses, split the volume between two sites on opposite sides of the neck to maximize absorption and comfort.
š”ļø Safety & Withdrawal:
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Withdrawal Period (Meat): 28 Days.
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Withdrawal Period (Milk): 5 Days (120 hours).
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Target Species: Cattle, Sheep, Goats, and Pigs.
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Storage: Store in a cool place below 25°C. Protect from light.
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Registration: Act 36 of 1947 (Reg. No. G155).
š¦ Plaasbron Shipping Note: Terramycin LA is a premium product that requires careful handling. We use heavy-duty, light-protected packaging to ensure that your medication arrives at the farm with its full potency intact and the glass vial fully protected.