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This monograph includes information on the following: as coccidia.{R-17; 18} They are considered ineffective against most
Sulfachlorpyridazine, Sulfadimethoxine, Sulfamethazine, Sulfanil- obligate anaerobes{R-86; 90; 93} and should not be used to treat
amide*, Sulfaquinoxaline, Sulfathiazole*. serious anaerobic infections. However, they may affect aerobic
Some commonly used brand names are: organisms that contribute to the lowered oxygen tension in the
For veterinary-labeled products microenvironment and, as such, they may be useful in certain
diseases involving Fusobacteria, although the organism itself is often
Albon Boluses [Sulfadimethoxine] Sulfa-Max III Calf Bolus [Sulfamethazine]
Albon 12.5% Concentrated Solution Sulfa-Max III Cattle Bolus resistant. The activity of sulfonamides is very sensitive to environ-
[Sulfadimethoxine] [Sulfamethazine] ment, and this limitation affects the activity of sulfonamides in
Albon Injection 40% [Sulfadimethoxine] 2 Sulfamed [Sulfamethazine and particular fluids and tissues, such as purulent material, as well as the
Sulfathiazole]
ability of laboratories to standardize minimum inhibitory concentra-
Albon Oral Suspension 5% Sulfa-MT [Sulfamethazine and
[Sulfadimethoxine] Sulfathiazole] tions (MIC) of sulfonamides necessary in vivo to inhibit specific
Albon SR [Sulfadimethoxine] Sulfa-Q 20% [Sulfaquinoxaline] cultured bacteria.{R-17}
Albon Tablets [Sulfadimethoxine] Sulfasol [Sulfadimethoxine] Resistance of animal pathogens to sulfonamides is widespread as a result
AmTech Sulfadimethoxine Injection-40% Sulfa 2 Soluble Powder
[Sulfadimethoxine] [Sulfamethazine and Sulfathiazole] of more than 50 years of therapeutic use{R-17; 19} and this limits their
AmTech Sulfadimethoxine 12.5% Sulfasure SR Calf Bolus effectiveness; however, sulfonamides are still widely used in combina-
Oral Solution [Sulfadimethoxine] [Sulfamethazine] tion with other medications, as in the case of the potentiated
AmTech Sulfadimethoxine Soluble Sulfasure SR Calf Tablets
sulfonamides. They are also utilized in herd management of disease
Powder [Sulfadimethoxine] [Sulfamethazine]
Calfspan [Sulfamethazine] Sulfasure SR Cattle Bolus and some individual animal applications. Cross-resistance between
[Sulfamethazine] sulfonamides is considered complete.{R-17}
Di-Methox Injection-40% Sulforal [Sulfadimethoxine]
[Sulfadimethoxine]
Di-Methox 12.5% Oral Solution Sulmet Drinking Water Solution 12.5%
[Sulfadimethoxine] [Sulfamethazine] ACCEPTED
Di-Methox Soluble Powder Sulmet Oblets [Sulfamethazine] Coccidiosis (treatment)Resistance to sulfonamides by coccidia has been
[Sulfadimethoxine]
reported in several species, including cattle, chickens{R-22}, and
Optimed [Sulfaquinoxaline] Sulmet Soluble Powder [Sulfamethazine]
Powder 21 [Sulfamethazine 31.92% Sul-Q-Nox [Sulfaquinoxaline] sheep{R-106}. It also should be noted that sulfonamides aid in reducing
and Sulfathiazole] the number of oocysts shed, but they may not alter the clinical course
S-125 [Sulfadimethoxine] Suprasulfa III Calf Bolus [Sulfamethazine] of a susceptible coccidial infection{R-106}.
S-250 [Sulfadimethoxine] Suprasulfa III Cattle Bolus
[Sulfamethazine] Calves and cattle: Sulfamethazine extended-release tablets{R-11} are
SDM Injection [Sulfadimethoxine] Sustain III [Sulfamethazine] indicated in the treatment of Eimeria bovis and Eimeria zuernii.
SDM Powder [Sulfadimethoxine] Sustain III Calf Bolus [Sulfamethazine] Sulfaquinoxaline1{R-14} is indicated in the control and treatment of
SDM Solution [Sulfadimethoxine] Sustain III Cattle Bolus [Sulfamethazine]
susceptible E. bovis and E. zuernii.
S-M-T [Sulfamethazine Triple Sulfa Bolus [Sulfamethazine,
and Sulfathiazole] Sulfanilamide, and Sulfathiazole] Chickens: Sulfadimethoxine oral solution1{R-2} and powder for oral
Sulfa 25 [Sulfamethazine] Vetisulid Boluses [Sulfachlorpyridazine] solution1{R-4} are indicated in the treatment of outbreaks of
Sulfa 25% [Sulfamethazine] Vetisulid Injection [Sulfachlorpyridazine] coccidiosis caused by susceptible coccidia. Sulfamethazine oral
Sulfalean Powder [Sulfamethazine Vetisulid Powder [Sulfachlorpyridazine]
and Sulfathiazole]
solution{R-12} and powder for oral solution1{R-9} are indicated in
the control of susceptible Eimeria necatrix and Eimeria tenella.
Sulfaquinoxaline{R-14} is indicated in the control of outbreaks of
coccidiosis caused by susceptible Eimeria acervulina, Eimeria brunetti,
*Not commercially available in the U.S. Eimeria maxima, E. necatrix, and E. tenella.
Not commercially available in Canada. Dogs: Sulfadimethoxine injection{R-3}, oral suspension, and tablets{R-6}
are indicated in the treatment of enteritis associated with coccidiosis
caused by susceptible organisms.
Turkeys: Sulfadimethoxine oral solution1{R-2} and powder for oral
CATEGORY: solution1{R-4} are indicated in the treatment of outbreaks of
Antibacterial (systemic); antiprotozoal. coccidiosis caused by susceptible coccidia. Sulfamethazine oral
solution{R-12} and powder for oral solution1{R-9} are indicated in
INDICATIONS the control of susceptible Eimeria adenoeides and Eimeria melea-
Note: Bracketed information in the Indications section refers to uses that grimitis. Sulfaquinoxaline{R-14} is indicated in the control of
either are not included in U.S. product labeling or are for products not outbreaks of susceptible E. adenoeides and E. meleagrimitis.{R-14}
commercially available in the U.S. Coryza, infectious (treatment)Chickens: Sulfadimethoxine oral solu-
tion1{R-2} and powder for oral solution1{R-4} are indicated in the
treatment of outbreaks of infectious coryza caused by susceptible
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS Haemophilus gallinarum. Sulfamethazine oral solution{R-12} and powder
Sulfonamides are broad-spectrum antimicrobials inhibiting both gram- for oral solution1{R-9} are indicated in the control of infectious coryza
positive and gram-negative bacteria, as well as some protozoa, such caused by susceptible H. gallinarum.
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Cystitis, bacterial (treatment)Cats and dogs: Sulfadimethoxine injec- Fowl typhoid (treatment)Chickens and turkeys: Sulfaquinoxaline is
tion1, oral suspension1, and tablets{R-3; 6} are indicated in the indicated in the control of acute fowl typhoid caused by susceptible
treatment of cystitis caused by susceptible organisms; however, the Salmonella gallinarum.{R-14}
potentiated sulfonamides and other antimicrobials have generally Pneumonia, bacterial (treatment)
replaced sulfonamides administered alone. Calves: Sulfamethazine tablets{R-13} and extended-release tablets{R-7;
10; 11}
Diphtheria (treatment)Cattle: Sulfonamides are not directly effective are indicated in the treatment of pneumonia and bovine
against most obligate anaerobes{R-86; 90; 93}, but may affect aerobic respiratory disease complex caused by susceptible Pasteurella species.
organisms that create the microenvironment in which Fusobacteria However, in vitro studies have shown high levels of resistance to
thrive; therefore, sulfonamides may be useful in the treatment of sulfamethazine by Mannheimia (Pasteurella) haemolytica and
diphtheria but are not recommended in advanced or serious infections. P. multocida{R-23}; therefore, sulfamethazine generally has been
Sulfadimethoxine tablets1{R-1}, oral solution1{R-2}, injection1{R-3}, replaced by antimicrobials known to be effective against the specific
powder for oral solution1{R-4}, and extended-release tablets1{R-5}; and pathogens involved.
sulfamethazine tablets, oral solution, powder for oral solution1, and Cats and dogs: Sulfadimethoxine injection1{R-3}, oral suspension1, and
extended-release tablets{R-7; 9; 10; 12; 13} are indicated in the tablets{R-6} are indicated in the treatment of bacterial pneumonia
treatment of calf diphtheria caused by susceptible Fusobacterium caused by susceptible organisms; however, sulfadimethoxine gener-
necrophorum. [Sulfamethazine, sulfanilamide, and sulfathiazole ally has been replaced by antimicrobials known to be effective
combination is indicated as an aid in the treatment of diphtheria in against the specific pathogens involved.
calves{R-97}.] Cattle: Sulfamethazine oral solution{R-12}, powder for oral solution1{R-9},
Enteritis, bacterial (treatment)The primary treatment for enteritis in and extended-release tablets{R-10}; and sulfadimethoxine tab-
many cases, including those involving colibacillosis in calves, is lets1{R-1}, oral solution1{R-2}, injection1{R-3}, powder for oral solu-
aggressive fluid replacement. Treatment of enteritis with antimicrobi- tion1{R-4}, and extended-release tablets1{R-5}; and [sulfamethazine
als should rely on a specific diagnosis and knowledge of pathogen and sulfathiazole combination{R-15; 96}] are indicated in the treat-
susceptibility. ment of bacterial pneumonia and bovine respiratory disease complex
Calves, less than 1 month of age1: Sulfachlorpyridazine injection and caused by susceptible organisms. [Sulfamethazine, sulfanilamide,
tablets are indicated in the treatment of diarrhea caused or and sulfathiazole combination is indicated as an aid in the treatment
complicated by Escherichia coli{R-89}. of pneumonia{R-97}.] However, in vitro studies have shown high
Calves and cattle: Sulfamethazine tablets, oral solution, powder for oral levels of resistance to sulfamethazine by M. haemolytica and
solution1, and extended-release tablets;{R-7; 9; 10; 12; 13} and P. multocida{R-23}, and the sulfonamides generally have been
[sulfamethazine and sulfathiazole combination{R-15}] are indicated replaced by antimicrobials known to be effective against the specific
in the treatment of enteritis (colibacillosis, scours) caused by pathogens involved.
susceptible E. coli. [Sulfamethazine, sulfanilamide, and sulfathiazole Foals: Sulfamethazine tablets{R-13} are indicated in the treatment of
combination{R-97} is indicated as an aid in the treatment of enteritis pneumonia caused by susceptible Pasteurella species; however,
caused by susceptible organisms.] sulfamethazine generally has been replaced by antimicrobials known
Dogs: Sulfadimethoxine injection1{R-3}, oral suspension1, and tablets{R-6} to be effective against the specific pathogens involved.
are indicated in the treatment of enteritis caused by susceptible Pigs: Sulfamethazine oral solution{R-12} and powder for oral solu-
Salmonella species. tion1{R-9} are indicated in the treatment of pneumonia caused by
Foals: Sulfamethazine tablets are indicated in the treatment of enteritis susceptible organisms; however, sulfamethazine generally has been
caused by susceptible E. coli.{R-13} replaced by antimicrobials known to be effective against the specific
Pigs: Sulfachlorpyridazine powder for oral solution1{R-89}, and sulfa- pathogens involved.
methazine oral solution{R-12} and powder for oral solution1{R-9} are Pododermatitis, necrotic (treatment)Cattle: Sulfonamides are not
indicated in the treatment of enteritis caused by susceptible E. coli. directly effective against most obligate anaerobes{R-86; 90; 93}, but
[Sulfamethazine and sulfathiazole combination is indicated to aid in may affect aerobic organisms that create the microenvironment in
the treatment of enteritis.{R-15}] which Fusobacteria thrive; therefore, they may be useful in the
[Sheep]: Sulfamethazine oral solution{R-16} is indicated in the treatment treatment of pododermatitis but are not recommended in advanced
of enteritis caused by susceptible organisms. or serious infections. Sulfadimethoxine tablets1{R-1}, oral solu-
Fowl cholera (treatment) tion1{R-2}, injection1{R-3}, powder for oral solution1{R-4}, and
Chickens: Sulfadimethoxine oral solution1{R-2} and powder for oral extended-release tablets1{R-5}; and sulfamethazine oral solu-
solution1{R-4} are indicated in the treatment of acute fowl cholera tion{R-12}, powder for oral solution1{R-9}, and extended-release
caused by susceptible Pasteurella multocida. Sulfamethazine oral tablets{R-10} are indicated in the treatment of pododermatitis
solution{R-12} and powder for oral solution1{R-9}, and sulfaquinox- caused by susceptible Fusobacterium necrophorum. [Sulfamethazine
aline{R-14} are indicated in the control of acute fowl cholera caused and sulfathiazole combination{R-15; 96} and sulfamethazine, sulfa-
by susceptible P. multocida. nilamide, and sulfathiazole combination{R-97} are indicated as aids
Turkeys: Sulfadimethoxine oral solution1{R-2} and powder for oral in the treatment of necrotic pododermatitis caused by susceptible
solution1{R-4} are indicated in the treatment of acute fowl cholera F. necrophorum.]
caused by susceptible P. multocida. Sulfaquinoxaline{R-14} is indicated Pullorum disease (treatment)Chickens: Sulfamethazine oral solution{R-
12}
in the control of acute fowl cholera caused by susceptible and powder for oral solution1{R-9} are indicated in the control of
P. multocida. susceptible Salmonella pullorum.

Respiratory infections, bacterial (treatment) Withdrawal times have been established for sulfachlorpyridazine, sul-
Cats and dogs: Sulfadimethoxine injection{R-3}, oral suspension, and fadimethoxine, sulfamethazine, and sulfaquinoxaline. See the Dosage
tablets{R-6} are indicated in the treatment of respiratory infections, Forms section.
such as bronchitis, caused by susceptible organisms. Federal law restricts the use of some forms of sulfadimethoxine and
[Pigs]: Sulfamethazine and sulfathiazole combination is indicated as an sulfamethazine to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
aid in the treatment of respiratory infections caused by susceptible See the Dosage Forms section.
organisms.{R-15} Canada
[Sheep]: Sulfamethazine oral solution is indicated in the treatment Withdrawal times have been established for sulfamethazine; sulfa-
of acute respiratory infections caused by susceptible organ- methazine and sulfathiazole combination; and sulfamethazine,
isms{R-16}. sulfanilamide, and sulfathiazole combination. See the Dosage Forms
Skin and soft tissue infections (treatment)Cats and dogs: Sulfadime- section.
thoxine injection1, oral suspension1, and tablets{R-3; 6} are indicated in
the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections; however, sulfonamides CHEMISTRY
are not effective in infections associated with purulent debris, such as Chemical name:
abscesses. SulfachlorpyridazineN1-(6-Chloro-3-pyridazinyl)sulfanilamide{R-36}.
SulfadimethoxineBenzenesulfonamide, 4-amino-N-(2,6-dimethoxy-4-
pyrimidinyl)-{R-36}.
ACCEPTANCE NOT ESTABLISHED SulfamethazineBenzenesulfonamide, 4-amino-N-(4,6-dimethyl-2-pyri-
Cats, cattle, dogs, and sheep: Although product labeling in the U.S. and
midinyl)-{R-36}.
Canada includes the use of sulfonamides in the treatment of metritis in
Sulfanilamidep-Aminobenzenesulfonamide{R-36}.
cats, dogs, and cattle, and pyometra{R-3; 6; 9; 10; 15; 16} in cats and dogs,
SulfaquinoxalineN1-2-Quinoxalinylsulfanilamide{R-36}.
and Canadian labeling also includes the treatment of metritis in sheep,
SulfathiazoleBenzenesulfonamide, 4-amino-N-2-thiazolyl-{R-36}.
the efficacy of these uses is not established based on current
Molecular formula:
knowledge. Sulfonamides are poorly distributed into the uterus and
SulfachlorpyridazineC10H9ClNO2S{R-36}.
their activity may be decreased in the presence of purulent debris;
SulfadimethoxineC12H14N4O4S{R-36}.
sulfonamides therefore rarely are recommended in the treatment of
SulfamethazineC12H14N4O2S{R-36}.
metritis{R-103}.
SulfanilamideC6H8N2O2S{R-36}.
Cattle and sheep: Although product labeling in the U.S. and Canada for
SulfaquinoxalineC14H12N4O2S{R-36}.
cattle and in Canada for sheep includes use of sulfonamides in the
SulfathiazoleC9H9N3O2S2{R-36}.
treatment of mastitis{R-3; 6; 9; 10; 12; 13; 15; 16; 97}, the efficacy of this
Molecular weight:
use is not established based on current knowledge. Many sulfona-
Sulfachlorpyridazine284.72{R-36}.
mides, including most of those labeled for treatment of mastitis, are
Sulfadimethoxine310.34{R-36}.
poorly distributed into milk. Considering also the high incidence of
Sulfamethazine278.33{R-36}.
pathogen resistance reported, sulfonamides rarely are recommended in
Sulfanilamide172.21{R-36}.
the treatment of mastitis{R-103}.
Sulfaquinoxaline300.34{R-36}.
Horses: Although product labeling in the U.S. and Canada includes the
Sulfathiazole255.32{R-36}.
use of sulfonamides in the treatment of equine strangles (Streptococcus
Description:
equi infection), the efficacy of this use is not established based on
Sulfadimethoxine USPPractically white, crystalline powder{R-56}.
current knowledge. The activity of sulfonamides may be decreased in
Sulfamethazine USPWhite to yellowish white powder, which may
the presence of purulent debris; therefore, they rarely are recom-
darken on exposure to light. Practically odorless.{R-56}
mended in the treatment of strangles{R-103; 107}.
SulfanilamideWhite, odorless, crystalline powder{R-98}.
1
SulfaquinoxalineYellow, odorless powder{R-94}.
Not included in Canadian product labeling or product not commercially
Sulfathiazole USPFine, white or faintly yellowish white, practically
available in Canada.
odorless powder{R-56}.
pKa:
REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS Sulfadimethoxine6.15{R-33; 35}.
U.S. Sulfamethazine2.65, 7.4{R-19}.
The presence of sulfonamide residues in food for human consumption Sulfanilamide10.5{R-19; 35}.
has been a concern in recent years. After a variety of efforts to Sulfaquinoxaline5.5{R-19; 46}.
control residues, the incidence of violative sulfonamide residues Sulfathiazole7.1{R-19}.
recently was reported to be as low as 1% in the U.S.{R-24}; however, Solubility:
because of a study linking moderate to high doses of sulfamethazine, Sulfadimethoxine USPSoluble in 2 N sodium hydroxide; sparingly
directly or by a secondary mechanism, to the production of thyroid soluble in 2 N hydrochloric acid; slightly soluble in alcohol, in ether, in
tumors in mice, concern about residues continues.{R-24; 51} chloroform, and in hexane; practically insoluble in water{R-56}.
The use of sulfonamides in lactating dairy cattle, other than those Sulfamethazine USPVery slightly soluble in water and in ether; soluble
medications specifically approved for use, has been specified by the in acetone; slightly soluble in alcohol{R-56}.
Food and Drug Administration as a high priority for regulatory SulfanilamideSlightly soluble in water, in alcohol, in acetone, in
attention{R-104}. glycerin, in propylene glycol, in hydrochloric acid, and in solutions of

potassium and sodium hydroxide; practically insoluble in chloroform, PigsArea: 0.5{R-66; 67}; 0.77 0.06 L/kg{R-70}.
in ether, and in petroleum ether{R-98}. Administered in conjunction with sulfathiazole: Area1.01
SulfaquinoxalinePractically insoluble in water; very slightly soluble in 0.12 L/kg{R-70}.
alcohol; practically insoluble in ether; freely soluble in aqueous SheepArea: 0.4 L/kg{R-62; 63}; 0.6 L/kg{R-58}.
solutions of alkalis{R-94}. Sulfanilamide: GoatsArea: 1.3 0.13 L/kg{R-35}.
Sulfathiazole USPVery slightly soluble in water; soluble in acetone, in Sulfathiazole: PigsArea: 1.16 0.16 L/kg{R-70}.
dilute mineral acids, in solutions of alkali hydroxides, and in 6 N
ammonium hydroxide; slightly soluble in alcohol{R-56}. Protein binding: Binding can vary depending on serum concentra-
tion{R-43} and other factors.
SulfachlorpyridazineCows: High (80 to 85%){R-34}.
PHARMACOLOGY/PHARMACOKINETICS Sulfadimethoxine
Note: Unless otherwise noted, pharmacokinetic values are based on a Cats: High (87.5%){R-42}.
single intravenous administration of medication. Chickens: Moderate (40%){R-43}.
Dogs: High (>75%){R-39}.
Mechanism of action: Bacteriostatic. Sulfonamides interfere with the Goats: High (94%){R-35}.
biosynthesis of folic acid in bacterial cells; they compete with para- Sulfamethazine
aminobenzoic acid (PABA) for incorporation in the folic acid molecule. Cows:
By replacing the PABA molecule and preventing the folic acid for- When plasma concentration is less than 50 mcg per mL
mation required for DNA synthesis, the sulfonamides prevent multi- (mcg/mL)High (79%){R-79}.
plication of the bacterial cell. Susceptible organisms must synthesize When plasma concentration is more than 50 mcg/mL
their own folic acid; mammalian cells use preformed folic acid and, Moderate (51%){R-79}.
therefore, are not susceptible. Cells that produce excess PABA or Goats: High (86%){R-35}.
environments with PABA, such as necrotic tissues, allow for resistance Horses: High (70%){R-37}.
by competition with the sulfonamide{R-17; 18}. Sheep: High (77%){R-58}.
SulfanilamideCows: Low (<20%){R-34}.
SulfathiazoleCows: High (65 to 76%){R-34}.
Absorption: Most sulfonamides are well absorbed orally with the
exception of the enteric sulfonamides, such as sulfaquinoxaline, which
Biotransformation: Sulfonamides are primarily metabolized in the liver
are minimally absorbed{R-19}. Delays in absorption may occur in adult
but metabolism also occurs in other tissues. Biotransformation occurs
ruminants or when sulfonamides are administered with food to
mainly by acetylation, glucuronide conjugation, and aromatic hydrox-
monogastric animals{R-17; 20}.
ylation in many species{R-17}. The types of metabolites formed and the
amount of each varies depending on the specific sulfonamide adminis-
Bioavailability: Oral tered; the species, age, diet, and environment of the animal; the presence
Sulfadimethoxine: of disease; and, with the exception of pigs and ruminants, even the sex of
Cattle59% (107 mg per kg of body weight [mg/kg] dose){R-44}. the animal{R-53; 54; 71; 79}. Dogs are considered to be unable to acetylate
Dogs48.8% (55 mg/kg dose){R-41}. sulfonamides to any significant degree{R-108}.
Sulfamethazine: N4-acetyl metabolites have no antimicrobial activity and hydroxymetab-
Pigs86% (50 mg/kg dose){R-66}. olites have 2.5 to 39.5% of the activity of the parent compound{R-37}.
Ponies84% (160 mg/kg dose){R-57}. Metabolites may compete with the parent drug for involvement in folic
acid synthesis but have little detrimental effect on the bacterial cell, and
Distribution: Sulfonamides are widely distributed throughout the body. so could lower the activity of the remaining parent drug.{R-37}
They cross the placenta, and a few penetrate into the cerebrospinal In pigs, sulfamethazine is metabolized into N4-acetylsulfamethazine,
fluid{R-20}. Sulfonamides may be distributed into milk; however, they desaminosulfamethazine and the N4-glucose conjugate of sulfameth-
vary greatly in their ability to do so. The process depends on several azine{R-72}. In general, metabolites of sulfonamides are cleared more
factors, including protein binding and pKa values{R-102}. quickly than the parent drug{R-78}; however, the desaminosulfameth-
Volume of distribution azine half-life of elimination can vary from 1 to 9 days, while
Sulfadimethoxine: sulfamethazine and other metabolites have a shorter half-life of 10 to
GoatsArea: 0.49 0.095 L/kg{R-35}. 20 hours{R-73}. It has been theorized that diets containing nitrate,
PigsArea: which is then reduced by bacteria to nitrite, will greatly increase the
Suckling (1 to 2 weeks)0.483 0.078 L/kg{R-45}. amount of sulfamethazine biotransformed to the desaminosulfameth-
Growing (11 to 12 weeks)0.345 0.016 L/kg{R-45}. azine metabolite and prolong tissue residues of metabolite{R-71}, but
RabbitsSteady state: 0.213 0.007 L/kg{R-40}. there is no conclusive evidence.
Sulfamethazine:
BuffaloArea: 0.44 0.17 L/kg{R-55}. Half-life:
CattleExtrapolated: 0.35 L/kg{R-82}. AbsorptionSulfadimethoxine: DogsOral dose of 55 mg/kg: 1.9
GoatsArea: 0.28 to 0.39 L/kg; 0.44 L/kg{R-35}. hours{R-39}.
HorsesSteady state: 0.63 0.074 L/kg{R-57}. Elimination
LambsArea: 0.334 0.031 L/kg{R-61}. Sulfachlorpyridazine: Cows1.2 hours{R-34}.

Sulfadimethoxine: concentration of at least 50 mcg/mL from 18 hours to at least

Cats10.2 hours{R-42}. 120 hours after start of treatment.{R-76}
Cattle12.5 hours{R-38}. Oral dose of 142.9 mg/kg a day (1028 mg/L of water) administered
Dogs13.1 hours{R-39}. in the only source of drinking water maintained a serum
Goats8.6 hours{R-34}. concentration of at least 50 mcg/mL from 24 to 180 hours after
Pigs the start of treatment.{R-76}
Single dose: Oral dose of 71.4 mg/kg a day (572 mg/L of water) administered in
Suckling pig (1 to 2 weeks of age)16.2 hours{R-45}. the only source of drinking water maintained a serum concentra-
Growing pig (11 to 12 weeks of age)9.4 hours{R-45}. tion of at least 50 mcg/mL from only 72 to 96 hours after the start
After 5 days of once-daily intravenous dosing: 9.2 hours{R-40}. of treatment.{R-76}
RabbitsAfter 6 days of once-daily intravenous dosing: 5.2 hours{R-40}. Oral (extended-release tablets):
Sulfamethazine: Calves, 3 to 5 days of age: An oral dose of 396 mg/kg, administered
Buffalo5.5 hours{R-55}. as a single extended-release tablet, maintained a serum concen-
Calves, 2 to 3 months of age5.2 to 5.7 hours{R-78; 79}. tration of at least 50 mcg/mL from 4 to 96 hours post-
Cattle5 to 11.3 hours{R-34; 78; 79; 82}. administration.{R-80}
Goats2.4 to 4.1 hours{R-35}; 8.5 to 9.6 hours{R-35; 82}. Calves and cattle: An oral dose of 264 mg/kg maintained a serum
Horses5.4 hours{R-37}; 11.4 hours{R-57}. concentration greater than 50 mcg/mL from 12 to 48 or 72 hours
Lambs7.2 hours{R-61}. post-administration.{R-81}
Pigs9.8 hours{R-70}; 16.9 hours{R-66; 67}.
Sheep4.5 hours{R-58}; 9.5 to 10.8 hours{R-62; 63}. Elimination: Renal excretion is the primary route of elimination for
Sulfanilamide: most nonenteric sulfonamides and it occurs by glomerular filtration
Cows6.2 hours{R-34}. of parent drug, tubular excretion of unchanged drug and metabolites,
Goats7.7 hours{R-34}. and passive reabsorption of nonionized drug.{R-17; 20} Alkalization of
Sulfathiazole: the urine increases the fraction of the dose that is eliminated in the
Cows1.5 hours{R-34}. urine.{R-20} In general, the metabolites of the parent drug are more
Pigs9 hours{R-70}. quickly eliminated by the kidney than the original sulfonamide
Sheep1.3 hours{R-84}. is{R-78}, but the proportions of metabolites formed can vary,
depending on many factors.
Peak serum concentration: Sulfonamides are also distributed in relatively small amounts into milk,
SulfadimethoxineOral: saliva, and into the gastrointestinal tract.{R-77; 79}
Chickens106.3 mcg/mL at 12 hours (100 mg/kg dose).{R-43} SulfadimethoxineCattle: 17.9% of an intravenous dose of 107 mg
Cattle114 10 mcg/mL at 10 hours (107 mg/kg dose).{R-44} per kg of sulfadimethoxine is excreted into the urine unchanged and
Dogs67 16 mcg/mL of serum at 3.75 hours (55 mg/kg dose).{R-39} at least 58.4% is excreted as metabolites into urine.{R-44} Only 6.3%
SulfamethazineOral: Ponies301.4 mcg/mL of serum at 0.83 hour of an oral dose of 107 mg of sulfadimethoxine per kg is excreted
(160 mg/kg dose).{R-57} unchanged in the urine and 37.7% as metabolites in the
urine.{R-44}
Duration of action: Total clearance:
The sulfonamides have been loosely categorized according to their Cats0.31 mL per minute per kg (mL/min/kg).{R-42}
duration of action:{R-19} Dogs0.36 mL/min/kg.{R-39}
Short-actingSulfathiazole. Goats0.65 mL/min/kg.{R-35}
Intermediate-actingSulfachlorpyridazine, sulfamethazine. Pigs
Intermediate- to long-actingSulfadimethoxine. Suckling pig (1 to 2 weeks): 0.35 mL/min/kg.{R-45}
Note: Duration of action may be estimated by the length of time target Growing pig (11 to 12 weeks): 0.44 mL/min/kg.{R-45}
serum concentrations are maintained. Target concentrations are Sulfamethazine
generally based on minimum inhibitory concentrations for each Cattle: 11 to 37% of a dose of sulfamethazine is excreted into the urine
organism. Many sources use 50 mcg sulfonamide per mL (5 mg per as parent drug.{R-78; 82}
decaliter) of blood as the minimum effective concentration for Horses: Only 43% of the administered dose is eliminated in the urine
sulfonamides in animals.{R-64; 76; 80} and only 7.8% of it is in the form of parent drug.{R-37}
SulfadimethoxineOral: ChickensA single dose of 100 mg per kg of Pigs: 24.5% of a sulfamethazine dose is excreted in the urine as
body weight (mg/kg) maintained plasma concentration of greater unchanged drug and 52.1% as measured metabolites.{R-67}
than or equal to 50 mcg/mL for 36 hours.{R-43} Sheep: 18% of a sulfamethazine dose is excreted into the urine as
Sulfamethazine parent compound and 53% as metabolites.{R-64}
Intravenous: LambsAn intravenous dose of 107.3 mg/kg main- Total clearance:
tained a plasma concentration of greater than 50 mcg/mL for 18 Buffalo0.93 mL/min/kg{R-55}.
to 24 hours.{R-64} Calves, 5 days of age0.33 mL/min/kg{R-79}.
Oral (powder for oral solution): Calves, 8 months of age{R-76} Calves, 2 to 3 months of age0.57 mL/min/kg{R-79}.
Oral dose of 214.3 mg/kg a day (1848 mg/L of water) administered Cows0.73 mL/min/kg{R-79}.
in the only source of drinking water maintained a serum Goats0.55 to 0.65 mL/min/kg; 1.13 to 1.4 mL/min/kg{R-35}.

Horses0.92 mL/min/kg{R-37}. DRUG INTERACTIONS AND/OR RELATED PROBLEMS

Pigs0.35 mL/min/kg{R-66}. The following drug interactions and/or related problems have been
Ponies0.7 mL/min/kg{R-57}. selected on the basis of their potential clinical significance (possible
Sheep1.6 mL/min/kg{R-58}. mechanism in parentheses where appropriate)not necessarily inclu-
SulfathiazoleTotal clearance: Pigs1.5 mL/min/kg{R-70}. sive ( = major clinical significance):
Note: Drug interactions relating specifically to the use of sulfonamides in
animals are rarely reported in veterinary literature. Human drug
PRECAUTIONS TO CONSIDER interactions have been reported and are included in the following
section.
SPECIES SENSITIVITY
Dogs: An idiosyncratic sulfonamide toxicosis can occur in any breed of
dog, but has been reported more frequently in the Doberman HUMAN DRUG INTERACTIONS{R-69}
Pinscher than in other breeds. This specific type of drug reaction The following drug interactions have been reported in humans, and are
includes blood dyscrasias, nonseptic polyarthritis, and skin rash.{R- included in the human monograph Sulfonamides (Systemic) in USP DI
26; 27}
Dogs given sulfonamides may also develop cutaneous Volume I; these drug interactions are intended for informational
eruptions, hepatitis, or keratitis sicca.{R-17; 27} Dogs are reported purposes only and may or may not be applicable to the use of
to develop a hemorrhagic syndrome when doses of sulfaquinoxaline sulfonamides in the treatment of animals:
that are tolerated by many chickens are administered in their Note: Combinations containing any of the following medications,
drinking water.{R-4750} depending on the amount present, may also interact with this
medication.
Anticoagulants, coumarin- or indandione-derivative, or
CROSS-SENSITIVITY AND/OR RELATED PROBLEMS Anticonvulsants, hydantoin, or
Patients allergic to one sulfonamide may be allergic to other sulfona- Antidiabetic agents, oral
mides also. (these medications may be displaced from protein binding sites and/
or their metabolism may be inhibited by some sulfonamides, result-
ing in increased or prolonged effects and/or toxicity; dosage adjust-
CARCINOGENICITY
ments may be necessary during and after sulfonamide therapy)
For sulfamethazineHigh doses have been shown to induce follicular
Bone marrow depressants
cell hyperplasia of the thyroid gland and splenic changes in specific
(concurrent use of bone marrow depressants with sulfonamides
pathogen-free mice. When the highest doses (4800 parts per million
may increase the leukopenic and/or thrombocytopenic effects; if
in the diet) were fed for 24 months, 26 to 33% of the mice
concurrent use is required, close observation for myelotoxic effects
developed thyroid gland adenomas.{R-51} The applicability of these
should be considered)
results to other species with recommended doses is unclear at this
Cyclosporine
time.
(concurrent use with sulfonamides may increase the metabolism
of cyclosporine, resulting in decreased plasma concentrations and
PREGNANCY/REPRODUCTION potential transplant rejection, and additive nephrotoxicity; plasma
Sulfonamides cross the placenta in pregnant animals.{R-20; 60} Some cyclosporine concentrations and renal function should be moni-
teratogenic effects have been seen when very high doses were given to tored)
pregnant mice and rats.{R-20} Hemolytics, other
(concurrent use with sulfonamides may increase the potential for
toxic side effects)
LACTATION Hepatotoxic medications, other
Sulfonamides are distributed into milk; however, the sulfonamides that (concurrent use with sulfonamides may result in an increased
are clinically relevant to food-producing animals are distributed into incidence of hepatotoxicity; patients, especially those on prolonged
milk in concentrations too low to be therapeutic but high enough to administration or those with a history of liver disease, should be
produce residues{R-103; 105}. Sulfadiazine and sulfanilamide are more carefully monitored)
efficiently distributed into milk than most sulfonamides, but are not Methenamine
used in dairy cattle{R-103}. For many sulfonamides, 0.5 to 2% of the (in acid urine, methenamine breaks down into formaldehyde,
total dose is found in the milk.{R-31; 32} Distribution into milk varies which may form an insoluble precipitate with certain sulfonamides,
depending on the amount of nonprotein-bound sulfonamide present especially those that are less soluble in urine, and may also increase
in the blood and the amount of the nonionized and therefore the danger of crystalluria; concurrent use is not recommended)
liposoluble form of the medication present. Sulfonamides with higher Methotrexate or
pKa values produce a higher proportion of drug in the blood that is Phenylbutazone
non-ionized{R-31}, and if other factors, such as the rate of biotransfor- (the effects of methotrexate may be potentiated during concurrent
mation, also support it, may be distributed more easily into milk. For use with sulfonamides because of displacement from plasma
lactating dairy cattle, concentration of the active parent compound of protein binding sites; phenylbutazone may displace sulfonamides
sulfamethazine, measured at a specific time in milk, is about 20% of from plasma protein binding sites, increasing sulfonamide con-
the concentration in the blood.{R-77} centrations)

Penicillins Hepatic function impairment

(since bacteriostatic drugs may interfere with the bactericidal effect (systemically absorbed sulfonamides are metabolized by the liver;
of penicillins in the treatment of meningitis or in other situations delayed biotransformation may increase the risk of adverse effects)
where a rapid bactericidal effect is necessary, it is best to avoid Renal function impairment
concurrent therapy) (systemically absorbed sulfonamides are renally excreted; delayed
elimination could cause accumulation of sulfonamide and metabo-
lites, increasing the risk of adverse effects)
LABORATORY VALUE ALTERATIONS
The following have been selected on the basis of their potential clinical
significance (possible effect in parentheses where appropriate)not PATIENT MONITORING
necessarily inclusive ( = major clinical significance): The following may be especially important in patient monitoring (other
Note: Laboratory value alterations relating specifically to the use of tests may be warranted in some patients, depending on condition; =
sulfonamides in animals are rarely reported in veterinary literature. major clinical significance):
Human laboratory value alterations have been reported and are Culture and susceptibility, in vitro, and
included in the following section. Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC)
(in vitro cultures and MIC test should be done on samples collected
prior to sulfonamide administration to determine pathogen suscep-
HUMAN LABORATORY VALUE ALTERATIONS{R-69} tibility)
The following laboratory value alterations have been reported in
humans, and are included in the human monograph Sulfonamides SIDE/ADVERSE EFFECTS
(Systemic) in USP DI Volume I; these laboratory value alterations are The following side/adverse effects have been selected on the basis of their
intended for informational purposes only and may or may not be potential clinical significance (possible signs and, for humans, symp-
applicable to the use of sulfonamides in the treatment of animals: toms in parentheses where appropriate)not necessarily inclusive:
With diagnostic test results
Benedicts test
(sulfonamides may produce a false-positive Benedicts test for urine THOSE INDICATING NEED FOR MEDICAL ATTENTION
glucose) Incidence unknown
Jaffe alkaline picrate reaction assay All species
(sulfamethoxazole may interfere with the Jaffe alkaline picrate Crystallization in the urinary tract
reaction assay for creatinine, resulting in overestimations of Note: Crystallization of sulfonamides can occur in the kidneys or urine
approximately 10% in the normal values for creatinine) with high doses of sulfonamide or when an animal is dehydrated.
Sulfosalicylic acid test Solubility in the urine is dependent on the concentration of drug in the
(sulfonamides may produce a false-positive sulfosalicylic acid test urine, urinary pH (less soluble in an acidic pH), the patients hydration,
for urine protein) and the amount of drug in the acetylated form. Because dogs do not
Urine urobilinogen test strip (e.g., Urobilistix) produce acetylated metabolites, they may be less susceptible to this
(sulfonamides may interfere with the urine urobilinogen [Urobi- adverse effect{R-85}. It can be minimized in susceptible animals by
listix] test for urinary urobilinogen) maintaining a high urine flow and, if necessary, alkalinizing the urine.
With physiology/laboratory test values Dogs
Alanine aminotransferase (ALT [SGPT]), serum, and Cutaneous drug eruption{R-27}; hepatitis; hypothyroidism{R-100;
101}
Aspartate aminotransferase (AST [SGOT]), serum, and ; idiosyncratic toxicosis{R-26; 27} (blood dyscrasias, including
Bilirubin, serum anemia, leukopenia or thrombocytopenia; fever; focal retinitis; lymph-
(values may be increased) adenopathy; nonseptic polyarthritis; polymyositis; skin rash); kerato-
Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and conjunctivitis sicca{R-2830}
Creatinine, serum Note: Iatrogenic hypothyroidism may occur and thyroid function test
(concentrations may be increased) values may be lowered in dogs administered sulfonamides{R-100;
101}
. Although studies have looked at this reaction with potentiated
sulfonamides{R-100; 101}, sulfonamides administered alone have been
MEDICAL CONSIDERATIONS/CONTRAINDICATIONS reported to impair thyroid function{R-100}. With administration of
The medical considerations/contraindications included have been sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim combination at high doses or of
selected on the basis of their potential clinical significance (reasons ormetoprim and sulfadimethoxine, thyrotropin stimulation test
given in parentheses where appropriate)not necessarily inclusive values and serum thyroxine values have been significantly
( = major clinical significance). reduced{R-100}. Sulfadiazine and trimethoprim combination, admin-
Except under special circumstances, this medication should not be istered at labeled doses (25 mg of sulfadiazine and 5 mg of
used when the following medical problem exists: trimethoprim per kg every 24 hours), has not affected thyroid test
Hypersensitivity to sulfonamides values in studies performed.
(animals that have had a previous reaction to sulfonamides may be Idiosyncratic toxicosis can occur 8 to 20 days after initiation of
much more likely to react on subsequent administration) treatment and is believed to be caused either by an immune-
Risk-benefit should be considered when the following medical mediated syndrome or by an idiosyncratic reaction in dogs, perhaps
problems exist: due to toxic metabolites of the sulfonamide. Of 22 reported cases

compiled in one study, 7 involved Doberman Pinschers, and it has and other blood dyscrasias. Therapy should be discontinued at
been theorized that they are more susceptible to this toxicosis{R-26}. the first appearance of skin rash or any serious side/adverse
A large majority of the animals in which idiosyncratic toxicosis effects.
occurs have had a previous exposure to a sulfonamide. Most cases The multiorgan toxicity of sulfonamides is thought to be the result
involve a trimethoprim and sulfonamide combination{R-27}. When of the way sulfonamides are metabolized in certain patients. It is
sulfonamide therapy is discontinued, recovery generally occurs probably due to the inability of the body to detoxify reactive
within 2 to 5 days.{R-27} metabolites. Sulfonamides are metabolized primarily by acetyla-
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca is considered a possible side/adverse effect in tion. Patients can be divided into slow and fast acetylators. Slow
any dog on sulfonamide therapy for more than a month; however, it can acetylation of sulfonamides makes more of the medication
occur at any time after therapy is initiated. Reports conflict over whether available for metabolism by the oxidative pathways of the
this is a dose-related or idiosyncratic reaction{R-108}. The most frequent cytochrome P450 system. These pathways produce reactive toxic
reports have been with sulfasalazine or trimethoprim and sulfonamide metabolites, such as hydroxylamine and nitroso compounds. The
combination{R-2830}, perhaps because these medications are most metabolites are normally detoxified by scavengers, such as
commonly used for long-term therapy in dogs. Lacrimation may not glutathione. However, some populations, such as human immu-
return to normal after discontinuation of sulfonamide treatment. nodeficiency virus (HIV)infected patients, have low concentra-
For sulfaquinoxaline tions of glutathione and these metabolites accumulate, producing
Chickens and dogs toxicity. Patients who are slow acetylators have a higher incidence
Hemorrhagic syndrome (anorexia, epistaxis, hemoptysis, lethargy, of sulfonamide hypersensitivity reactions, although severe toxicity
pale mucous membranes, possibly death){R-4650} has also been seen in fast acetylators. Acetylation status alone
Note: Hemorrhagic syndrome has been reported in chickens and dogs cannot fully explain sulfonamide toxicity since approximately 50%
but may occur in other species. It is most often reported with the of North American blacks and whites are slow acetylators and
addition of sulfaquinoxaline to feed for chickens, but in dogs has been severe reactions occur in less than 1% of patients treated with
reported to follow administration in the water supply of products sulfonamides. However, decreased acetylation may increase the
labeled for poultry.{R-4750} Sulfaquinoxaline is a vitamin K antag- amount of sulfonamide metabolized to toxic metabolites.
onist that inhibits vitamin K eposide and vitamin K quinone
reductase and causes an effect similar to that of coumarin antico- OVERDOSE
agulants.{R-46} Rapid hypoprothrombinemia occurs in dogs, and For more information in cases of overdose or unintentional ingestion,
sulfaquinoxaline may have an additional adverse effect on specific contact the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to
cell types; this may explain why supplementation of chicken feeds Animals (ASPCA) National Animal Poison Control Center (888-
with vitamin K has not always prevented the syndrome in 426-4435 or 900-443-0000; a fee may be required for consultation)
chickens.{R-4647} Rapid discontinuation of medication and initiation and/or the drug manufacturer.
of therapy with vitamin K1 may reverse the effects. Toxicities secondary to acute overdose of sulfonamides are not typically
reported. Side effects may be more likely to occur with high doses and
long-term administration, but are seen at recommended doses as well.
HUMAN SIDE/ADVERSE EFFECTS{R-69}
In addition to the above side/adverse effects reported in animals, the
following side/adverse effects have been reported in humans, and are
CLIENT CONSULTATION
Dosage and length of treatment recommendations should be followed;
included in the human monograph Sulfonamides (Systemic) in USP DI
high doses or long-term use can increase the risk of side effects.
Volume I; these side/adverse effects are intended for informational
Animals should have a good water supply and should be monitored to
purposes only and may or may not be applicable to the use of
ensure adequate water consumption during treatment.
sulfonamides in the treatment of animals:
Incidence more frequent
Central nervous system effects; gastrointestinal disturbances; VETERINARY DOSING INFORMATION
hypersensitivity; photosensitivity Residue avoidance: Management practices can affect depletion of residues
Incidence less frequent in pigs. When pigs have environmental access to urine and manure
Blood dyscrasias; hepatitis; Lyells syndrome (difficulty in swal- from pigs treated with sulfamethazine, the residues are easily recycled
lowing; redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of skin); Stevens- and can cause these animals to have positive urine tests for
Johnson syndrome (aching joints and muscles; redness, blistering, sulfonamide and violative tissue residues. Hot or cold environmental
peeling, or loosening of skin; unusual tiredness or weakness) temperatures do not appear to inactivate sulfamethazine in the
Incidence rare environment.{R-70; 74}
Central nervous system toxicity; Clostridium difficile colitis;
crystalluria or hematuria; goiter or thyroid function distur-
bance; interstitial nephritis or tubular necrosis FOR ORAL DOSAGE FORMS ONLY
Note: C. difficile colitis may occur up to several weeks after Intestinal parasites, among other factors, can affect the pharmacokinetics
discontinuation of these medications. of sulfamethazine in lambs and probably in other species also. In
Fatalities have occurred, although rarely, due to severe reactions parasitized lambs given a single dose of 99 mg per kg of body weight
such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, (mg/kg), sulfamethazines half-life of elimination and time to peak
fulminant hepatic necrosis, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, concentration were doubled.{R-65}

FOR TREATMENT OF ADVERSE EFFECTS Canada

Recommended treatment consists of the following: Veterinary-labeled product(s):
For anaphylaxis Not commercially available.
Parenteral epinephrine.
Withdrawal times:{R-88}
Oxygen administration and respiratory support.
U.S.
Withdrawal time
Species Meat (days)

SULFACHLORPYRIDAZINE
Calves, ruminating 7
SUMMARY OF DIFFERENCES
Pharmacology/pharmacokinetics: Intermediate duration of action.{R-19} Note: Product labeling listing the above withdrawal time states that it
applies when medication is administered for a maximum of five days.
No withdrawal times have been established for use in preruminating
ORAL DOSAGE FORMS calves.{R-88}
SULFACHLORPYRIDAZINE POWDER FOR ORAL Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably bet-
SOLUTION ween 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by
Usual dose: Enteritis (diarrhea associated with E. coli)1 manufacturer. Avoid excessive heat.{R-88}
Calves, less than 1 month of age: Oral, 33 to 49.5 mg per kg of body Additional information: Animals should maintain an adequate water
weight every twelve hours.{R-89} intake during the treatment period.
Pigs: Oral, 22 to 38.5 mg per kg of body weight, administered as a USP requirements: Not in USP.
drench every twelve hours or 44 to 77 mg per kg of body weight a
day administered in the only source of drinking water.{R-89} 1
Strength(s) usually available{R-92}:
U.S.
PARENTERAL DOSAGE FORMS
Veterinary-labeled product(s):
50 grams per bottle (OTC) [Vetisulid Powder].{R-89}
SULFACHLORPYRIDAZINE INJECTION
Canada
Usual dose: Enteritis (diarrhea associated with E. coli)1Calves, less
than 1 month of age: Intravenous, 33 to 49.5 mg per kg of body
Not commercially available.
weight every twelve hours.{R-87}
Withdrawal times:{R-89} Strength(s) usually available:

U.S. U.S.
Withdrawal time 200 mg per mL (OTC) [Vetisulid Injection].
Species Meat (days) Canada
Calves 7
Pigs 4
Withdrawal times:
Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably bet- U.S.
ween 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by Withdrawal time
manufacturer.
Species Meat (days)
Additional information: Animals should maintain an adequate water Calves, ruminating 5

intake during the treatment period.
Note: Product labeling listing the above withdrawal time states that it
USP requirements: Not in USP. applies when medication is administered for a maximum of five days. No
withdrawal times have been established for use in preruminating calves.
SULFACHLORPYRIDAZINE TABLETS Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably
Usual dose: Enteritis (diarrhea associated with Escherichia coli)1Calves, between 15 and 30 C (59 and 86F), unless otherwise specified by
less than 1 month of age: Oral, 33 to 49.5 mg per kg of body weight manufacturer. Protect from light. Protect from freezing{R-87}.
every twelve hours.{R-88}
Additional information: Animals should maintain an adequate water
USP requirements: Not in USP.
U.S.
1
Veterinary-labeled product(s): Not included in Canadian product labeling or product not commercially
2 grams (OTC) [Vetisulid Boluses]. available in Canada.

SULFADIMETHOXINE Stability: Freezing or discoloration does not affect stability. Medication

should be thawed before using.{R-2}
Pharmacology/pharmacokinetics: Intermediate to long duration of
Preparation of dosage form: Prepare fresh drinking water daily.
action{R-19}.
ORAL DOSAGE FORMS intake during the treatment period.
SULFADIMETHOXINE ORAL SOLUTION USP requirements: Not in USP.

Usual dose:
Calf diphtheria1;
SULFADIMETHOXINE ORAL SUSPENSION USP
Pneumonia, bacterial1; or
Usual dose:
Necrotic pododermatitis1Calves and cattle: Oral, 55 mg per kg of body
Bacterial pneumonia and other respiratory infections1;
weight (2.4 to 3.75 grams per gallon of water) as an initial dose,
Cystitis1; or
followed by 27.5 mg per kg of body weight (1.2 to 1.8 grams per
Skin and soft tissue infections1Cats and dogs: Oral, 55 mg per kg of
gallon of water) a day for four days.{R-2}
body weight as an initial dose, followed by 27.5 mg per kg of body
Coccidiosis1; or
weight every twenty-four hours.{R-6}
Fowl cholera1
Enteritis associated with coccidiosis or Salmonella1Dogs: Oral, 55 mg
Chickens, broiler and replacement: Oral, 1875 mg per gallon of water
per kg of body weight as an initial dose, followed by 27.5 mg per kg
(0.05% solution), administered as the only source of drinking
of body weight every twenty-four hours.{R-6}
water for six days{R-2}.
Turkeys: Oral, 938 mg per gallon of water (0.025% solution),
administered as the only source of drinking water for six
U.S.
days{R-2}.
Infectious coryza outbreaks1Chickens, broiler and replacement: Oral,
50 mg per mL (Rx) [Albon Oral Suspension 5%].
1875 mg per gallon of water (0.05% solution), administered as the
Canada
only source of drinking water for six days{R-2}.
Note: Administration of sulfadimethoxine for longer than the recom-
mended time can result in slowed growth rates and other adverse
effects.{R-83}
Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably be-
{R-92} tween 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by
Strength(s) usually available :
manufacturer.
U.S.
125 mg per mL (OTC) [Albon 12.5% Concentrated Solution; AmTech
Sulfadimethoxine 12.5% Oral Solution; Di-Methox 12.5% Oral
Solution; SDM Solution; Sulforal; generic].
USP requirements: Preserve in tight, light-resistant containers, and
Canada
store at controlled room temperature. Label it to indicate that it is for
veterinary use only. Contains the labeled amount, within 10%. Meets
the requirements for Identification and pH (5.07.0){R-56}.
Withdrawal times:
U.S. SULFADIMETHOXINE SOLUBLE POWDER USP
Withdrawal time Usual dose:
Bacterial pneumonia1;
Species Meat (days)
Calf diphtheria1; or
Cattle 7 Necrotic pododermatitis1Calves and cattle: Oral, 55 mg per kg of
Chickens, turkeys 5 body weight (2.4 to 3.3 grams per gallon) as an initial dose, followed
by 27.5 mg per kg of body weight (1.2 grams per gallon) every
Note: Product labeling listing the above withdrawal times states that they twenty-four hours for four days.{R-4}
are not labeled for use in chickens older than 16 weeks of age, turkeys Coccidiosis1; or
older than 24 weeks of age, preruminating calves, or lactating dairy Fowl cholera1
cattle.{R-2} Chickens, broiler and replacement: Oral, 1892 mg per gallon of water
(0.05% solution), administered as the only source of drinking
Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably bet- water for six days{R-4}.
ween 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by Turkeys: Oral, 946 mg per gallon of water (0.025% solution),
manufacturer. Protect from light.{R-2} administered as the only source of drinking water for six days{R-4}.

Infectious coryza outbreaks1Chickens, broiler and replacement: Oral, 5000 mg (5 grams) (OTC) [Albon Boluses].
1892 mg per gallon of water (0.05% solution), administered as the 15,000 mg (15 grams) (OTC) [Albon Boluses].
only source of drinking water for six days{R-4}. Note: The 125-mg, 250-mg, and 500-mg tablets listed above are
labeled for use only in cats and dogs, while the 5-gram and 15-gram
Strength(s) usually available{R-92}: tablets are labeled for use only in cattle.
U.S. Canada{R-19}
Veterinary-labeled product(s): Veterinary-labeled product(s):
28.3 grams per ounce of powder (OTC) [AmTech Sulfadimethoxine Sol- 125 mg (OTC) [S-125].
uble Powder; Di-Methox Soluble Powder; SDM Powder; Sulfasol; generic]. 250 mg (OTC) [S-250].
Canada
Veterinary-labeled product(s): Withdrawal times:{R-1}
Not commercially available. U.S.
Withdrawal time
Withdrawal times:
U.S. Species Meat (days) Milk (hours)
Withdrawal time Cattle 7 60
Species Meat (days)

Note: Product labeling listing the above withdrawal times states that they
Cattle 7 are not labeled for use in preruminating calves.
Chickens, turkeys 5
Note: Product labeling listing the above withdrawal times states that they intake during the treatment period{R-1}.
are not labeled for use in preruminating calves, lactating dairy cattle,
Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably between
chickens older than 16 weeks of age, or turkeys older than 24 weeks of
15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by manufacturer.
age.
Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably between USP requirements: Preserve in tight, light-resistant containers, and
15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by manufacturer. store at controlled room temperature. Label the Tablets to indicate that
they are for veterinary use only. Contains the labeled amount, within
Additional information: Animals should maintain an adequate water 10%. Meets the requirements for Identification, Disintegration (30
intake during the treatment period. minutes), and Uniformity of dosage units{R-56}.
USP requirements: Preserve in tight, light-resistant containers, and SULFADIMETHOXINE EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS
store at controlled room temperature. Label it to indicate that it is for Usual dose:
veterinary use only. Contains the labeled amount, within 10%. Meets Bacterial pneumonia1;
the requirements for Identification, Minimum fill, and pH (7.08.0, in Calf diphtheria1; or
a solution [1 in 20]){R-56}. Pododermatitis1Cattle: Oral, 137.5 mg per kg of body weight as a
single dose.{R-5}
SULFADIMETHOXINE TABLETS USP Note: To maintain sustained release of medication, tablets should not
Usual dose: be divided; it is recommended that animals should receive a tablet for
Bacterial pneumonia and other respiratory infections; the nearest 91 kg (200 pounds) of body weight.{R-5}
Cystitis; or
Skin and soft tissue infectionsCats and dogs: Oral, 55 mg per kg of
U.S.
body weight as an initial dose, followed by 27.5 mg per kg of body
weight every twenty-four hours{R-6}.
12.5 grams (Rx) [Albon SR].
Calf diphtheria1;
Canada
Pneumonia, bacterial1; or
Pododermatitis1Cattle: Oral, 55 mg per kg of body weight as the
initial dose, followed by 27.5 mg per kg of body weight every twenty-
four hours for five days{R-1}.
Withdrawal times:
Enteritis associated with coccidiosis or SalmonellaDogs: Oral, 55 mg
U.S.
per kg of body weight as an initial dose, followed by 27.5 mg per kg
of body weight every twenty-four hours.{R-6} Withdrawal time
Strength(s) usually available{R-92}: Species Meat (days)
U.S. Cattle 21
125 mg (Rx) [Albon Tablets]. Note: Product labeling listing the above withdrawal time states that they
250 mg (Rx) [Albon Tablets]. are not labeled for use in lactating dairy cattle or preruminating
500 mg (Rx) [Albon Tablets]. calves.{R-5}

Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably bet- Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably
ween 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by between 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by
manufacturer. manufacturer. Protect from light.
Additional information: Animals should maintain an adequate water USP requirements: Not in USP.
1
1
available in Canada. SULFAMETHAZINE
PARENTERAL DOSAGE FORMS Pharmacology/pharmacokinetics: Intermediate duration of action{R-19}.
ORAL DOSAGE FORMS

SULFADIMETHOXINE INJECTION Note: Bracketed information in the Dosage Forms section refers to uses
Usual dose:
that either are not included in U.S. product labeling or are for products
Bacterial respiratory infections1;
not commercially available in the U.S.
Cystitis1; or
Skin and soft tissue infections1Cats and dogs: Intravenous or subcu- SULFAMETHAZINE ORAL SOLUTION
taneous, 55 mg per kg of body weight as an initial dose, followed by Usual dose:
27.5 mg per kg of body weight every twenty-four hours.{R-3} Calf diphtheria; or
Calf diphtheria1; Necrotic pododermatitisCalves and cattle: Oral, 247.5 mg per kg of
Pneumonia, bacterial1; or body weight as an initial dose, followed by 123.8 mg per kg of body
Necrotic pododermatitis1Cattle: Intravenous, 55 mg per kg of body weight every twenty-four hours for three days, administered in the
weight as an initial dose, followed by 27.5 mg per kg of body weight only source of drinking water{R-12}.
every twenty-four hours.{R-3} Coccidiosis
Enteritis associated with coccidiosis or Salmonella1Dogs: Intravenous Chickens: Oral, 134 to 196 mg per kg of body weight a day for two
or subcutaneous, 55 mg per kg of body weight as an initial dose, days, followed by 67 to 98 mg per kg of body weight for four days,
followed by 27.5 mg per kg of body weight every twenty-four administered in the only source of drinking water{R-12}.
hours.{R-3} Turkeys: Oral, 117 to 286 mg per kg of body weight a day for two
Note: Intramuscular injection can cause local pain and inflammation days, followed by 58.5 to 143 mg per kg of body weight for four
and result in lower serum concentrations of sulfadimethoxine.{R-3} days, administered in the only source of drinking water{R-12}.
Enteritis, bacterial
Strength(s) usually available{R-92}: Calves, cattle, and pigs: Oral, 247.5 mg per kg of body weight as an
U.S. initial dose, followed by 123.8 mg per kg of body weight every
Veterinary-labeled product(s): twenty-four hours for three days, administered in the only source
400 mg per mL (Rx) [Albon Injection 40%; AmTech Sulfadime- of drinking water{R-12}.
thoxine Injection-40%; Di-Methox Injection-40%; SDM Injection; [Sheep]: Oral, 225 mg per kg of body weight the first day, followed by
generic]. 112.5 mg per kg of body weight for three days, administered in the
Canada only source of drinking water{R-16}.
Veterinary-labeled product(s): Fowl cholera, acute; or
Not commercially available. Pullorum diseaseChickens: Oral, 134 to 196 mg per kg of body
weight a day for six days, administered in the only source of drinking
Withdrawal times: water{R-12}.
U.S.{R-3} Infectious coryzaChickens: Oral, 134 to 196 mg per kg of body
Withdrawal time
weight a day for two days, administered in the only source of
drinking water{R-12}.
Species Meat (days) Milk (hours) Pneumonia, bacterialCalves, cattle, and pigs: Oral, 247.5 mg per kg
Cattle 5 60 of body weight as an initial dose, followed by 123.8 mg per kg of
body weight every twenty-four hours for three days, administered in
Note: Product labeling listing the above withdrawal times states that the only source of drinking water{R-12}.
withdrawal times have not been established for use in preruminating Respiratory infections, bacterial[Sheep]: Oral, 225 mg per kg of body
calves. weight the first day, followed by 112.5 mg per kg of body weight for
three days, administered in the only source of drinking water{R-16}.
intake during the treatment period. Strength(s) usually available{R-92}:
U.S.
Stability: Crystallization does not change the potency of sulfadime- Veterinary-labeled product(s):
thoxine injection.{R-3} 125 mg per mL (OTC) [Sulmet Drinking Water Solution 12.5%].

Canada Fowl cholera, acute1; or

Veterinary-labeled product(s): Pullorum disease1Chickens: Oral, 128 to 187 mg per kg of body
125 mg per mL (OTC) [generic]. weight a day for six days, administered in the only source of drinking
250 mg per mL (OTC) [Sulfa 25; Sulfa 25%; generic]. water{R-9}.
Infectious coryza1Chickens: Oral, 128 to 187 mg per kg of body
Withdrawal times: weight a day for two days, administered in the only source of
U.S. drinking water{R-9}.
Withdrawal time
Species Meat (days)
U.S.
Cattle, chickens, turkeys 10 Veterinary-labeled product(s):
Pigs 15 453.5 grams of sulfamethazine powder per packet (OTC) [Sulmet
Soluble Powder].
Note: Product labeling listing the above withdrawal times states that Canada
they apply when administered for a maximum of five days in cattle Veterinary-labeled product(s):
or pigs. Products are not labeled for use in chickens and turkeys Not commercially available.
producing eggs for human consumption, calves less than 1 month
of age or fed an all-milk diet, or dairy cows 20 months of age or Withdrawal times:
older. U.S.{R-9}
Canada
Withdrawal time Withdrawal time
Species Meat (days) Milk (hours) Species Meat (days)
Cattle 10 or 12, depending on product 96 Calves, cattle, chickens, turkeys 10

Calves, pigs, sheep 10 or 12, depending on product Pigs 15
Chickens, turkeys 12
Note: Product labeling listing the above withdrawal times states that
Note: Product labeling listing the above withdrawal times states that they they apply when administered for a maximum of five days in cattle
are not labeled for use in laying birds or for use in swine feeds. or pigs. Products are not labeled for use in chickens and turkeys
producing eggs for human consumption, calves less than 1 month
Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably be- of age or fed all-milk diets, or dairy cows 20 months of age or
tween 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by older.
manufacturer. Protect from freezing.
Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably be-

tween 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by
manufacturer.

Preparation of dosage form: Fresh solutions should be prepared
daily.{R-12}
SULFAMETHAZINE POWDER FOR ORAL SOLUTION
Usual dose:
Calf diphtheria1; or Additional information: Animals should maintain an adequate water
Necrotic pododermatitis1Cattle: Oral, 237.6 mg per kg of body weight intake during the treatment period.
as an initial dose, followed by 118.8 mg per kg of body weight every
twenty-four hours for three days, administered as an individual USP requirements: Not in USP.
animal drench or in the only source of drinking water{R-9}.
Coccidiosis1
Chickens: Oral, 128 to 187 mg per kg of body weight a day for two SULFAMETHAZINE TABLETS
days, followed by 64 to 93.5 mg per kg of body weight for four days, Usual dose:
administered in the only source of drinking water{R-9}. Calf diphtheriaCalves: Oral, 220 mg per kg of body weight as an
Turkeys: Oral, 110 to 273 mg per kg of body weight a day for two initial dose, followed by 110 mg per kg of body weight every twenty-
days, followed by 55 to 136.5 mg per kg of body weight for four four hours{R-13}.
days, administered in the only source of drinking water{R-9}. Enteritis associated with Escherichia coliCalves and foals: Oral, 220
Enteritis, bacterial1; or mg per kg of body weight as an initial dose, followed by 110 mg per
Pneumonia, bacterial1Cattle and pigs: Oral, 237.6 mg per kg of body kg of body weight every twenty-four hours{R-13}.
weight as an initial dose, followed by 118.8 mg per kg of body weight Pneumonia, bacterialCalves and foals: Oral, 220 mg per kg of body
every twenty-four hours for three days, administered as an individ- weight as an initial dose, followed by 110 mg per kg of body weight
ual animal drench or in the only source of drinking water{R-9}. every twenty-four hours{R-13}.

Strength(s) usually available{R-92}: Strength(s) usually available{R-92}:

U.S. U.S.{R-7; 10; 11}
Veterinary-labeled product(s): Veterinary-labeled product(s):
2.5 grams (OTC) [Sulmet Oblets]. 8 grams (OTC) [Sulfa-Max III Calf Bolus; Sustain III Calf Bolus].
5 grams (OTC) [Sulmet Oblets]. 8.25 grams (OTC) [Sulfasure SR Calf Bolus; Suprasulfa III Calf Bolus].
Canada 30 grams (OTC) [Sulfasure SR Cattle Bolus; Suprasulfa III Cattle Bolus].
Veterinary-labeled product(s): 32.1 grams (OTC) [Sulfa-Max III Cattle Bolus; Sustain III Cattle Bolus]
15 grams (OTC) [generic]. Canada
15.6 grams (OTC) [generic]. Veterinary-labeled product(s):
8 grams (OTC) [Calfspan].
Withdrawal times:
8.25 grams (OTC) [Sulfasure SR Calf Tablets].
U.S.
32.1 grams (OTC [Sustain III].
Withdrawal time
Withdrawal times:
Species Meat (days) U.S.{R-7; 10}
Calves, cattle 10
Withdrawal time
Note: Product labeling listing the above withdrawal time states that it Species Meat (days)
applies to a maximum of five days treatment. Products are not labeled for
Calves, ruminating and cattle 8 or 12, depending on product
use in calves less than 1 month of age or those fed an all-milk diet, female
dairy cattle 20 months of age or older, or horses intended for food.
Canada
apply to animals given a maximum of two doses. Products are not
Withdrawal time labeled for use in calves less than 1 month of age, calves fed an all-milk
diet, or dairy cattle 20 months of age or older.
Species Meat (days) Milk (hours)
{R-8}
Canada
Calves, cattle 10 96
Withdrawal time
Species Meat (days)
apply to a maximum of five days treatment. Products are not labeled
for use in calves less than 1 month of age or those fed an all-milk diet, Cattle 8, 12, or 28, depending on
or horses intended for food. product
Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably bet-
are not labeled for use in lactating dairy cattle.
ween 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by
manufacturer. Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably bet-
ween 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by
Additional information: Animals should maintain an adequate water manufacturer.
intake during the treatment period. Additional information: Animals should maintain an adequate water
1
SULFAMETHAZINE EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS
Usual dose:
Calf diphtheria;
Coccidiosis; SULFAMETHAZINE, SULFANILAMIDE, AND
Enteritis, bacterial; or SULFATHIAZOLE
Pneumonia, bacterial
ORAL DOSAGE FORMS
Calves, 1 month of age or older: Oral, 350 to 400 mg per kg of body
Note: Bracketed information in the Dosage Forms section refers to uses
weight, administered as a single dose{R-7; 11}. The dose may be
that either are not included in U.S. product labeling or are for products
repeated in three days, if necessary{R-7; 11}.
not commercially available in the U.S.
Cattle: Oral, 330 to 350 mg per kg of body weight as a single dose{R-10}.
The dose may be repeated in three days, if necessary{R-11}. SULFAMETHAZINE, SULFANILAMIDE,
Necrotic pododermatitisCattle: Oral, 330 to 350 mg per kg of body AND SULFATHIAZOLE TABLETS
weight as a single dose{R-10}. The dose may be repeated in three days, Usual dose:
if necessary{R-11}. [Bacterial enteritis];
Note: Tablets can be broken at the score line, but should not be [Bacterial pneumonia];
crushed. [Calf diphtheria]; or

[Necrotic pododermatitis]Cattle: Oral, 48.8 mg sulfamethazine, 73 Strength(s) usually available{R-92}:

mg sulfanilamide, and 73 mg sulfathiazole per kg of body weight as U.S.
an initial dose, followed by 24.4 mg sulfamethazine, 36.5 mg Veterinary-labeled product(s):
sulfanilamide, and 36.5 mg sulfathiazole per kg of body weight, Not commercially available.
administered twelve hours later.{R-97} Canada
Strength(s) usually available{R-92}: 630 mg sulfamethazine and 315 mg of sulfathiazole per gram of
U.S. powder (OTC) [2 Sulfamed; S-M-T; Sulfa-MT].
Veterinary-labeled product(s): 641 mg sulfamethazine and 320 mg of sulfathiazole per gram of
Not commercially available. powder (OTC) [Sulfalean Powder].
Canada{R-97} 667 mg of sulfamethazine and 333 mg of sulfathiazole per gram of
Veterinary-labeled product(s): powder (OTC) [Powder 21; Sulfa 2 Soluble Powder].
3.9 grams sulfamethazine, 5.85 grams sulfanilamide, and 5.85
grams sulfathiazole (OTC) [Triple Sulfa Bolus]. Withdrawal times:
Canada
Withdrawal times:
Withdrawal time
Canada
Withdrawal time
Cattle 10 96
Pigs 10
Cattle 10 96
Note: Some products are not labeled for use in lactating dairy cattle.
Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably bet-
ween 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably be-
manufacturer. Protect from moisture. tween 15 and 30 C (59 and 86 F), unless otherwise specified by
manufacturer. Protect from moisture.{R-15}
intake during the treatment period. These products should not be
administered in animal feeds.
SULFAMETHAZINE AND SULFATHIAZOLE

ORAL DOSAGE FORMS SULFAQUINOXALINE
Note: Bracketed information in the Dosage Forms section refers to uses
that either are not included in U.S. product labeling or are for products SUMMARY OF DIFFERENCES
not commercially available in the U.S. Pharmacology/pharmacokinetics: Sulfaquinoxaline is minimally absorbed
systemically and is referred to as an enteric sulfonamide.{R-19}
SULFAMETHAZINE AND SULFATHIAZOLE POWDER Side/adverse effects: Clotting disorders similar to those resulting from
FOR ORAL SOLUTION coumarin anticoagulants have been reported in chickens and
Usual dose: dogs.{R-4650}
[Enteritis]Cattle and pigs: Oral, 144 mg of sulfamethazine and 72 mg
of sulfathiazole per kg of body weight as an initial dose, followed by
72 mg of sulfamethazine and 36 mg of sulfathiazole per kg of body ORAL DOSAGE FORMS
weight a day for three days, administered as an individual animal
drench or in the only source of drinking water{R-15}. SULFAQUINOXALINE ORAL SOLUTION USP
[Pneumonia, bacterial]; or Usual dose:
[Pododermatitis]Cattle: Oral, 144 mg of sulfamethazine and 72 mg Acute fowl cholera; or
of sulfathiazole per kg of body weight as an initial dose, followed by Acute fowl typhoidChickens and turkeys: Oral, a 0.04% solution,
72 mg of sulfamethazine and 36 mg of sulfathiazole per kg of body administered in the only source of drinking water for two to three
weight a day for three days, administered as an individual animal days{R-14}.
drench or in the only source of drinking water{R-15}. Coccidiosis
[Respiratory infections, bacterial]Pigs: Oral, 144 mg of sulfameth- Calves1 and cattle1: Oral, 13.2 mg per kg of body weight a day,
azine and 72 mg of sulfathiazole per kg of body weight as an initial administered in the only source of drinking water as a 0.015%
dose, followed by 72 mg of sulfamethazine and 36 mg of sulfathiazole solution for three to five days{R-14}.
per kg of body weight a day for three days, administered as an Chickens: Oral, a 0.04% solution, administered in the only source of
individual animal drench or in the only source of drinking drinking water for two to three days{R-14}. Treatment should be
water{R-15}. stopped for three days, then the medication readministered as a

0.025% solution for two to four more days. The schedule may be drinking water for more than twenty-four to thirty-six hours may
repeated, if necessary{R-14}. result in reduced growth rate from decreased feed or water consump-
Turkeys: Oral, a 0.025% solution of sulfaquinoxaline, administered as tion.{R-14; 95}
the only source of drinking water for two days. Treatment should
be stopped for three days, then the medication readministered as a USP requirements: Preserve in tight, light-resistant containers. Label
0.025% solution for two days; treatment is then stopped for three it to indicate that it is for veterinary use only. Contains the equivalent
days, then medication is readministered as the 0.025% solution for of the labeled concentration of sulfaquinoxaline, within 10%. Meets
two final days. The complete schedule may be repeated, if the requirements for Identification, Deliverable volume and pH (not
necessary{R-14}. less than 12){R-56}.
Note: For treatment of coccidiosis in chickens and turkeys, it is
1
recommended that litter not be changed until absolutely necessary. Not included in Canadian product labeling or product not commercially
U.S. Developed: 07/01/97
Veterinary-labeled product(s): Interim revision: 07/10/98; 11/10/99; 06/30/02; 04/05/03
200 mg per mL (OTC) [Sulfa-Q 20%; generic].
319.2 mg per mL (OTC) [Optimed; 31.92% Sul-Q-Nox].
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Sulfadimethoxine: concentration of at least 50 mcg/mL from 18 hours to at least

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Horses0.92 mL/min/kg{R-37}. DRUG INTERACTIONS AND/OR RELATED PROBLEMS

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Penicillins Hepatic function impairment

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FOR TREATMENT OF ADVERSE EFFECTS Canada

Species Meat (days)

Withdrawal times:{R-89} Strength(s) usually available:

Additional information: Animals should maintain an adequate water Calves, ruminating 5

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SULFADIMETHOXINE Stability: Freezing or discoloration does not affect stability. Medication

SULFADIMETHOXINE ORAL SOLUTION USP requirements: Not in USP.

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Withdrawal time Cattle 7 60

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ORAL DOSAGE FORMS

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Canada Fowl cholera, acute1; or

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Cattle 10 or 12, depending on product 96 Calves, cattle, chickens, turkeys 10

Packaging and storage: Store below 40 C (104 F), preferably be-

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Strength(s) usually available{R-92}: Strength(s) usually available{R-92}:

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[Necrotic pododermatitis]Cattle: Oral, 48.8 mg sulfamethazine, 73 Strength(s) usually available{R-92}:

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