HISUN Astromycin is a broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in sheep and rabbits.
INDICATIONS
Astromycin is indicated for treating bacterial infections, including those involving Streptococci, Staphylococci, Bartonella henselae, Chlamydia, Haemophilus spp., Mycoplasma spp., and Borrelia burgdorferi.
- Respiratory Infections: Pneumonia and related infections.
- Soft Tissue Infections: Abscesses and wounds.
- Other Infections: Susceptible infections of the ears and sinuses.
- Targeted Diseases: Specifically noted for Bartonella and Borrelia (Lyme disease) infections.
ADMINISTRATION
Zhejiang Hisun’s veterinary Astromycin injection (a brand of Azithromycin) is administered via intramuscular (IM) injection or intravenous (IV) infusion.
- Method: Typically administered via injection, with studies indicating use in livestock.
- Drug Type: It belongs to the aminoglycoside class, often used for severe Gram-negative infections.
- Monitoring: HPLC methods are used to detect Astromicin levels in animal-derived food products to ensure safety.