Question 1

What is Gamithromycin used for?

Accepted Answer

Gamithromycin is indicated for: Bovine respiratory disease (BRD).

Question 2

What routes can Gamithromycin be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: SC.

Question 3

Which species have cited Gamithromycin dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Gamithromycin dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 1 species: Cattle (Beef/Dairy).

Question 4

Is Gamithromycin a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Gamithromycin is not federally scheduled in the US. Controlled-drug status differs by country — verify your local rules.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Gamithromycin?

Accepted Answer

Primarily cattle/swine. Fatal in horses (colitis). Single injection provides 7+ day coverage. SC injection in neck. Not for companion animal use generally.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Gamithromycin?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Gamithromycin: Primarily cattle/swine. Fatal in horses (colitis). Single injection provides 7+ day coverage. SC injection in neck. Not for companion animal use generally.

Question 7

How does Gamithromycin work?

Accepted Answer

Semi-synthetic 15-membered azalide macrolide. Binds 50S ribosomal subunit, inhibiting protein synthesis. Excellent tissue concentration and long half-life.

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