Optimaj

Description

Composition: 

Each 1 g contains: 

Oxytetracycline HCl equivalent to 5 mg Oxytetracycline 

Colistin (as Colistin Sulfate) : 10000 IU 

 Properties:  

Optimaj is an antibiotic, possessing potent antimicrobial activity. It is one of the most versatile of the broad-spectrum antibiotics, and effective in the treatment of infections due to gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, both aerobic and anaerobic, Spirochete, Rickettsiae, and certain of the larger viruses. 

Colistin is one of a group of related antibiotics derived from Bacillus Polymyxa. The polymyxins are rapidly bactericidal, this action being exclusively against gram-negative bacteria.  

The broad-spectrum effectiveness of Oxytetracycline against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms is enhanced by the particular effectiveness of Colistin against infections associated with gram-negative organisms, especially those due to Pseudomonas aeruginosa, where Colistin is the antibiotic of choice. In addition, there is evidence to indicate that Colistin sulfate possesses some antifungal activity. The combined antibacterial effect of Oxytetracycline plus Colistin is an actual synergistic action. 

Indication: 

Optimaj is indicated for the prophylaxis and local treatment of superficial ocular infections due to Oxytetracycline and Colistin-sensitive organisms, including infections due to streptococci, Rickettsiae, E. coli, and A. aerogenes, such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, pink eye, corneal ulcer, blepharitis in Birds, 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. 

Target species:  

Cattle, Sheep, Horses, Birds, Cats and Dogs. 

Dosage and administration 

Optimaj should be administered topically to the eye 2 – 4 times daily. 

Warnings: 

Serious, life threatening, hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions have been reported in some cats following application of antibiotic ophthalmic preparations. If your cat has swelling of the face, itching, appears weak, vomits, or has difficulty breathing within 4 hours of application you should discontinue treatment and contact your veterinarian immediately. 

Note: 

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. 

Withdrawal period: 

Nil.  

Storage: 

Store at a temperature below 30°C.