Question 1

What is Spectinomycin (Livestock) used for?

Accepted Answer

Spectinomycin (Livestock) is indicated for: air sacculitis, Bacterial enteritis, Bovine respiratory disease, E. coli enteritis, E. coli infections, E. coli infections in day-old chicks, Mycoplasma.

Question 2

What routes can Spectinomycin (Livestock) be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO, SC, Water.

Question 3

Which species have cited Spectinomycin (Livestock) dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Spectinomycin (Livestock) dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 4 species: Cattle (Beef/Dairy), Chicken (Poultry), Swine (Pig), Turkey.

Question 4

Is Spectinomycin (Livestock) a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Spectinomycin (Livestock) is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Spectinomycin (Livestock)?

Accepted Answer

Primarily for swine and poultry. Observe withdrawal periods. May be combined with lincomycin for synergistic effect (Linco-Spectin).

Question 6

What are the side effects of Spectinomycin (Livestock)?

Accepted Answer

Primarily for swine and poultry. Observe withdrawal periods. May be combined with lincomycin for synergistic effect (Linco-Spectin).

Question 7

How does Spectinomycin (Livestock) work?

Accepted Answer

Binds to the 30S ribosomal subunit, inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. Bacteriostatic. Particularly effective against Mycoplasma and E. coli in swine and poultry.

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