Terramycin® Ophthalmic Ointment with Polymixin B Sulfate
White Boxed
3.5 grams (1/8 oz.) - $13.50
MANUFACTURED BY: P.T. PFIZER, JAKARTA, INDONESIA
White Boxed
3.5 grams (1/8 oz.) - $13.50
MANUFACTURED BY: P.T. PFIZER, JAKARTA, INDONESIA
Expiration Date: November 2027
Brand Name: Terramycin® Ophthalmic Ointment with Polymixin B Sulfate
For: Cats, Dogs and Companion pets
Package Size: 3.5 grams (1/8 oz.)
Application: Animal Eye Care
For: Cats, Dogs and Companion pets
Package Size: 3.5 grams (1/8 oz.)
Application: Animal Eye Care
Sponsor: Pfizer Inc.
Ingredients: Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride, Polymyxin B Sulfate
Species: CATS (DOMESTIC) (Cat, no use class stated or implied)
DOGS (Dog, no use class stated or implied)
Routes of Administration: Opthalmological
Dosage Form: Ointment
Dispensing Status: OTC
Dosage Amount, Indications & Limitations: 524.1662b Oxytetracycline hydrochloride, Polymyxin B sulfate ophthalmic ointment.
Specifications: Each gram of the ointment contains oxytetracycline hydrochloride equivalent to 5 milligrams of oxytetracycline and 10,000 units of Polymyxin B sulfate.
Product Details: NADA Number: 008-763
Conditions of use:
Dogs
Amount: It is administered topically to the eye two to four times daily.
Indications: The drug is used for the prophylaxis and local treatment of superficial ocular infections due to oxytetracycline- and Polymyxin-sensitive organisms. These infections include the following: Ocular infections due to streptococci, rickettsiae E. coli, and A. aerogenes (such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, pinkeye, corneal ulcer, and blepharitis in dogs); ocular infections due to secondary bacterial complications associated with distemper in dogs; and ocular infections due to bacterial inflammatory conditions which may occur secondary to other diseases in dogs.
Limitations: Allergic reactions may occasionally occur. Treatment should be discontinued if reactions are severe. If new infections due to nonsensitive bacteria or fungi appear during therapy, appropriate measures should be taken.
Cats
Amount: It is administered topically to the eye two to four times daily.
Indications: The drug is used for the prophylaxis and local treatment of superficial ocular infections due to oxytetracycline- and polymyxin-sensitive organisms. These infections include the following: Ocular infections due to streptococci, rickettsiae E. coli, and A. aerogenes (such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, pinkeye, corneal ulcer, and blepharitis in cats) and ocular infections due to bacterial inflammatory conditions which may occur secondary to other diseases in cats.
Limitations: Allergic reactions may occasionally occur. Treatment should be discontinued if reactions are severe. If new infections due to nonsensitive bacteria or fungi appear during therapy, appropriate measures should be taken.
Additional Information
How should this medication be used?
Use this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Wash your hands prior to using the eye ointment. Apply a thin film of the ointment onto the inside of the lower eyelid. If applying another medication to the same eye, wait 10 minutes before the next application. Store Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment at room temperature below 77º F, away from moisture and heat. Keep the tube properly capped.
What happens if I miss applying a dose?
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and apply the next one as directed. Do not give a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose the pet?
An overdose of this medication is unlikely. If an overdose is suspected, wash the eye with water and seek emergency veterinary medical treatment.
What should I avoid while applying Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment to my pet?
Do not touch the tube opening to any surface including eyes or hands. This medication may cause blurred vision. Avoid using other eye medications unless approved by your veterinarian. Prolonged use of this medication may result in a more serious bacterial or fungal infection.
What are the possible side effects of Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment?
Serious side effects are not expected. Some stinging may occur. Fatal allergic reactions in cats may occur. Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room immediately if your cat has swelling of the face, itching, or appears to have difficulty breathing. Talk to your veterinarian about any other side effects that seems unusual or bothersome to your pet.
What other drugs will affect Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment?
Before using Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment, tell your veterinarian if your pet is using other eye medications. Drugs other than those listed may also interact with Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment. Talk to your veterinarian or pharmacist before giving any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist has additional information about Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment written for health professionals that you may read.
This information sheet is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. The information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, allergic reactions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for your pet. It is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, and it does not replace the need for services provided by your veterinarian.
Note: Any trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
Ingredients: Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride, Polymyxin B Sulfate
Species: CATS (DOMESTIC) (Cat, no use class stated or implied)
DOGS (Dog, no use class stated or implied)
Routes of Administration: Opthalmological
Dosage Form: Ointment
Dispensing Status: OTC
Dosage Amount, Indications & Limitations: 524.1662b Oxytetracycline hydrochloride, Polymyxin B sulfate ophthalmic ointment.
Specifications: Each gram of the ointment contains oxytetracycline hydrochloride equivalent to 5 milligrams of oxytetracycline and 10,000 units of Polymyxin B sulfate.
Product Details: NADA Number: 008-763
Conditions of use:
Dogs
Amount: It is administered topically to the eye two to four times daily.
Indications: The drug is used for the prophylaxis and local treatment of superficial ocular infections due to oxytetracycline- and Polymyxin-sensitive organisms. These infections include the following: Ocular infections due to streptococci, rickettsiae E. coli, and A. aerogenes (such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, pinkeye, corneal ulcer, and blepharitis in dogs); ocular infections due to secondary bacterial complications associated with distemper in dogs; and ocular infections due to bacterial inflammatory conditions which may occur secondary to other diseases in dogs.
Limitations: Allergic reactions may occasionally occur. Treatment should be discontinued if reactions are severe. If new infections due to nonsensitive bacteria or fungi appear during therapy, appropriate measures should be taken.
Cats
Amount: It is administered topically to the eye two to four times daily.
Indications: The drug is used for the prophylaxis and local treatment of superficial ocular infections due to oxytetracycline- and polymyxin-sensitive organisms. These infections include the following: Ocular infections due to streptococci, rickettsiae E. coli, and A. aerogenes (such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, pinkeye, corneal ulcer, and blepharitis in cats) and ocular infections due to bacterial inflammatory conditions which may occur secondary to other diseases in cats.
Limitations: Allergic reactions may occasionally occur. Treatment should be discontinued if reactions are severe. If new infections due to nonsensitive bacteria or fungi appear during therapy, appropriate measures should be taken.
Additional Information
How should this medication be used?
Use this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Wash your hands prior to using the eye ointment. Apply a thin film of the ointment onto the inside of the lower eyelid. If applying another medication to the same eye, wait 10 minutes before the next application. Store Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment at room temperature below 77º F, away from moisture and heat. Keep the tube properly capped.
What happens if I miss applying a dose?
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and apply the next one as directed. Do not give a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose the pet?
An overdose of this medication is unlikely. If an overdose is suspected, wash the eye with water and seek emergency veterinary medical treatment.
What should I avoid while applying Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment to my pet?
Do not touch the tube opening to any surface including eyes or hands. This medication may cause blurred vision. Avoid using other eye medications unless approved by your veterinarian. Prolonged use of this medication may result in a more serious bacterial or fungal infection.
What are the possible side effects of Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment?
Serious side effects are not expected. Some stinging may occur. Fatal allergic reactions in cats may occur. Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room immediately if your cat has swelling of the face, itching, or appears to have difficulty breathing. Talk to your veterinarian about any other side effects that seems unusual or bothersome to your pet.
What other drugs will affect Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment?
Before using Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment, tell your veterinarian if your pet is using other eye medications. Drugs other than those listed may also interact with Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment. Talk to your veterinarian or pharmacist before giving any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist has additional information about Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment written for health professionals that you may read.
This information sheet is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. The information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, allergic reactions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for your pet. It is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, and it does not replace the need for services provided by your veterinarian.
Note: Any trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
