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Cefquinome
Synonym(s): Cephalosporin (4th generation)
Introduction
In the UK, Cefquinome is classified as category B (Restrict) by the European Medicines Agency (EMA).
Name
- Cefquinome.
Class of drug
- Cephalosporin (4th generation).
Description
Molecular formula
- C23H24N6O5S2.
Molecular weight
- 528.60 g/mol.
Physical properties
- Oily injectable solution.
- Powder & solvent for solution for injection.
- Intramammary (suspension) tubes.
Storage requirements
- Dry Cow Intramammary tubes: no special storage requirements.
- Milking cow intramammary tubes: store at temperatures below 25 or 30°C (varies between products).
- Powder and solution: no special storage requirements. Once reconstituted store in a refrigerator between 2- 8°C and use/ discard within 10 days.
- For reconstituted solution and suspension swab septum before withdrawing each dose.
- Intramammary suspension: store at temperatures below 25°C. Protect from light.
Uses
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Administration
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Pharmacokinetics
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Precautions
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Withdrawal Periods
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Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed Papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
Other sources of information
- Bishop Y (2005) Ed The Veterinary Formulary. 6th edn. Pharmaceutical Press. ISBN: 0-85369-579-2.
- European Medicines Agency (online) Categorisation of Antibiotics for Use in Animals for Prudent and Responsible Use. Website: www.ema.europa.eu (pdf download).
Organisation(s)
- National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. Website: www.noahcompendium.co.uk.
- Responsible Use of Medicines in Agriculture Alliance: RUMA. Website: https://www.ruma.org.uk.