BMD

Manufacturer
Zoetis Inc.
Effective date
2021-08-30
Label type
OTC TYPE A MEDICATED ARTICLE ANIMAL DRUG LABEL
Version
6
Source
full-release
Hydrated at
2026-06-01 02:41:03

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ProductBMD
Active ingredientBACITRACIN METHYLENEDISALICYLATE
Label structure9 sections

Dosage and administration

Prepare an intermediate premix containing 5 grams per pound by mixing 1.0 lb of BMD 50 with 9.0 lbs of a feed ingredient(s) or a portion of the non-medicated feed. Then add 0.8 to 50 lbs of intermediate premix per ton of finished feed.

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Bacitracin Methylene Disalicylate
Type A Medicated Article
Antibacterial

For supplementing rations of swine, chickens, turkeys, pheasants, quail and feedlot beef cattle

Active drug ingredient

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Each pound contains feed grade bacitracin methylene disalicylate equivalent to 50 grams bacitracin (Master Standard).

Composition

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

A dried precipitated fermentation product obtained by culturing B. licheniformis Tracy on media adapted for microbiological production of bacitracin; calcium carbonate.

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

For manufacturing medicated poultry and livestock feeds only

Mixing directions

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

Prepare an intermediate premix containing 5 grams per pound by mixing 1.0 lb of BMD 50 with 9.0 lbs of a feed ingredient(s) or a portion of the non-medicated feed. Then add 0.8 to 50 lbs of intermediate premix per ton of finished feed.

VETERINARY INDICATIONS SECTION

Species Grams bacitracin
per ton of feed
Indications for use
 Broiler and replacement chickens  4 - 50 For increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency.
    
 50 As an aid in prevention of necrotic enteritis caused or complicated by Clostridium spp. or other organisms susceptible to bacitracin methylene disalicylate.
    
 100 - 200 As an aid in control of necrotic enteritis caused or complicated by Clostridium spp. or other organisms susceptible to bacitracin methylene disalicylate.
    
  CAUTION: To control a necrotic enteritis outbreak, start medication at the first clinical signs of disease. The dosage range permitted provides for different levels based on severity of the infection. Consult a poultry diagnostic laboratory or pathologist to determine the diagnosis and advice regarding the optimal level of drug. Administer continuously for 5 - 7 days or as long as clinical signs persist, and then reduce medication to prevention level (50 g/ton).
 Laying hens  10 - 25 For increased egg production and improved feed efficiency during the first seven months of production.
 Growing turkeys  4 - 50 For increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency.
    
 200 As an aid in control of transmissible enteritis in growing turkeys complicated by organisms susceptible to bacitracin methylene disalicylate.
 Pheasants  4 - 50 For increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency.
 Quail  5 - 20 For increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency in quail not over 5 weeks of age.
    
 200 For prevention of ulcerative enteritis in growing quail due to Clostridium colinum susceptible to bacitracin methylene disalicylate. Feed continuously as the sole ration.
 Growing/finishing swine  10 - 30 For increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency.
    
 250 For control of swine dysentery (bloody scours) associated with Brachyspira hyodysenteriae in pigs up to 250 lbs body weight. Feed 250 grams per ton of complete feed on premises with a history of swine dysentery, but where signs of the disease have not yet occurred or following an approved treatment of the disease condition.
    
  The 250 g/ton level will provide 5 to 7 mg/lb in swine weighing 40 to 250 lbs.
    
  CAUTION: Diagnosis should be confirmed by a veterinarian when results are not satisfactory. Feed containing an approved level of bacitracin methylene disalicylate should be the sole ration.
 Pregnant sows  250 For control of clostridial enteritis caused by C. perfringens in suckling piglets when fed to sows from 14 days before through 21 days after farrowing on premises with a history of clostridial scours.
    
  CAUTION: Diagnosis should be confirmed by a veterinarian when results are not satisfactory. Feed containing an approved level of bacitracin methylene disalicylate should be the sole ration.
 Feedlot beef cattle  mg/head/day 
 70
(continuously)
 For reduction in the number of liver condemnations due to abscesses in feedlot beef cattle.
    
 250
(5 days in 30)
 For reduction in the number of liver condemnations due to abscesses in feedlot beef cattle.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Note: Where minimum levels are shown, increase the antibiotic concentration within approved range when necessary to fit the feeding program, and to insure adequate levels of antibiotic in the complete ration.

Restricted Drug (California) - Use only as directed.
Not for human use.
For Use in Dry Feeds Only.
Not for Use in Liquid Medicated Feeds.

Store below 25°C (77°F), excursions permitted to 37°C (99°F).

Approved by FDA under NADA # 046-592

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Distributed by:
Zoetis Inc.
Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Net wt 50 LB (22.68 kg)

40035035

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54771-155154771-1551-0

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