Terramycin^® Opthalmic Ointment

Terramycin® Ophthalmic Ointment is indicated for the prevention and local treatment of superficial ocular infections due to oxytetracycline- and polymyxin-sensitive organisms including infections due to streptococci, rickettsiae, E. coli, and A. aerogenes such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, pink eye, corneal ulcer and blepharitis in dogs, cats, cattle, sheep and horses. Also indicated for the prevention and local treatment of ocular infections due to secondary bacterial complications of distemper in dogs, and bacterial inflammatory conditions which may occur secondary to other infectious diseases in the above species.

Ingredients: Terramycin® Ophthalmic Ointment is a suspension of oxytetracycline hydrochloride and polymyxin B sulfate in a special petrolatum base. Each gram of ointment contains oxytetracycline HCl equivalent to 5 mg of oxytetracycline and 10,000 units of polymyxin B as the sulfate.

Indications: Terramycin® Ophthalmic Ointment is indicated for the prophylaxis and local treatment of superficial ocular infections due to oxytetracycline- and polymyxin-sensitive organisms, including infections due to streptococci, rickettsiae, E. coli, and A. aerogenes, such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, pink eye, corneal ulcer, blepharitis in dogs, cats, cattle, sheep, and horses; ocular infections due to secondary bacterial complications of distemper in dogs, and bacterial inflammatory conditions which may occur secondary to other infectious diseases in the above species.

Dosage and Administration: Terramycin® Ophthalmic Ointment should be administered topically to the eye 2-4 times daily.

Storage: Store below 25°C (77°F).

Caution: Allergic reactions may occasionally occur. Treatment should be discontinued if reactions are severe. The use of oxytetracycline and other antibiotics may result in an overgrowth of resistant organisms such as Monilia, staphylococci, and other species of bacteria. If new infections due to non-sensitive bacteria or fungi appear during therapy, appropriate measures should be taken.

Shipping: Ships via Ground. Overnight shipping available upon request for a $25 shipping fee on orders up to 5 lbs. Heavier orders require a custom quote. Overnight shipping is not eligible for free shipping.

Restrictions: Cannot ship to Canada