Ceftiofur Hydrochloride Dosing for Cattle, Dairy Cows, Pigs By Weight
Important Information
Dose not established for small animals. See ceftiofur sodium for small animal dose.
For intrauterine use in cattle: 1 g ceftiofur diluted in 20 mL sterile water infused in uterus once at 14-20 days after calving.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 166-167
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dose not established for this product. See ceftiofur sodium for small animal dose. | |||
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle | IM, SQ | 1.1-2.2 mg/kg | q24h for 3 days |
| Intrauterine | 1 g ceftiofur | Single dose at 14-20 days after calving | |
| Dairy Cows | IM, SQ | 2.2 mg/kg | Once daily for 5 days |
| Pigs | IM | 3-5 mg/kg | q24h for 3 days |