Question 1

What is Pirlimycin (Intramammary) used for?

Accepted Answer

Pirlimycin (Intramammary) is indicated for: Clinical and subclinical mastitis, Clinical mastitis (gram-positive).

Question 2

What routes can Pirlimycin (Intramammary) be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: Intramammary.

Question 3

Which species have cited Pirlimycin (Intramammary) dosing data?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Is Pirlimycin (Intramammary) a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Pirlimycin (Intramammary) 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 Pirlimycin (Intramammary)?

Accepted Answer

For treatment of clinical and subclinical mastitis in lactating dairy cattle caused by susceptible staphylococci and streptococci. Observe milk withdrawal period (36 hours). Not for systemic use.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Pirlimycin (Intramammary)?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Pirlimycin (Intramammary): For treatment of clinical and subclinical mastitis in lactating dairy cattle caused by susceptible staphylococci and streptococci. Observe milk withdrawal period (36 hours). Not for systemic use.

Question 7

How does Pirlimycin (Intramammary) work?

Accepted Answer

Lincosamide antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit. Formulated specifically for intramammary infusion.

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