GENTANOR®
COMPOSITION
Each ml contains:
Gentamicin (as sulfate) ........................................ 100 mg
Excipients ................................................................. q.s. to 1 ml
PHARMACOLOGICAL CLASS
Aminoglycoside antibiotic.
INDICATIONS
GENTANOR®
Injection is indicated for the treatment of bacterial infections caused by gentamicin-sensitive microorganisms in cattle, sheep, goats, horses, and dogs, including:
Respiratory tract infections
Gastrointestinal infections
Urinary tract infections
Septicemia
Metritis
Mastitis (systemic treatment)
Skin and soft tissue infections
Post-operative infections
Effective against Gram-negative bacteria such as E. coli, Salmonella, Klebsiella, Pasteurella and some Gram-positive organisms.
MECHANISM OF ACTION
Gentamicin is a bactericidal aminoglycoside antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit, leading to rapid bacterial cell death.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Route: Intramuscular (IM) or Intravenous (IV)
Cattle, Sheep & Goats:
1 ml per 20 kg body weight
(Equivalent to 5 mg gentamicin/kg b.w.)Horses:
1 ml per 25 kg body weightDogs:
1 ml per 20–25 kg body weight
🔁 Treatment duration: 3–5 days or as directed by the veterinarian.
TARGET SPECIES
Cattle
Sheep
Goats
Horses
Dogs
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Do not use in animals with renal impairment.
Do not use in cases of known hypersensitivity to aminoglycosides.
Do not administer concurrently with other nephrotoxic drugs.
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS
Prolonged use may cause nephrotoxicity or ototoxicity.
Ensure adequate hydration during treatment.
Use with caution in young or debilitated animals.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
Injection site irritation
Nephrotoxicity with prolonged or high-dose use
Rare allergic reactions
WITHDRAWAL PERIOD
Meat: 21 days
Milk: 3 days
(May vary according to local regulations)
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Store below 25°C
Protect from light
Do not freeze
PRESENTATION
10 ml vial
20 ml vial
50 ml vial
100 ml vial