§ 522.1484 - Neomycin.

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Specifications. Each milliliter of solution contains 50 milligrams (mg) of neomycin sulfate (equivalent to 35 mg of neomycin base).

Sponsor. See No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter.

Conditions of use in dogs and cats—(1) Amount. Administer 5 mg per pound of body weight daily by intramuscular or intravenous injection, divided into portions administered every 6 to 8 hours for 3 to 5 days.

Indications for use. For the treatment of acute and chronic bacterial infections due to organisms susceptible to neomycin.

Limitations. Not for parenteral use in food-producing animals because of prolonged residues in edible tissues. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.