(a) Specifications. Each milliliter of solution contains 50 milligrams (mg) of neomycin sulfate (equivalent to 35 mg of neomycin base).

(b) Sponsor. See No. 054771 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter.

(c) Conditions of use in dogs and cats—(1) Amount. Administer 5 mg per pound of body weight daily by intramuscular or intravenous injection, divided into portions administered every 6 to 8 hours for 3 to 5 days.

(2) Indications for use. For the treatment of acute and chronic bacterial infections due to organisms susceptible to neomycin.

(3) Limitations. Not for parenteral use in food-producing animals because of prolonged residues in edible tissues. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.