R-Pen
This page contains information on R-Pen for veterinary use.The information provided typically includes the following:
- R-Pen Indications
- Warnings and cautions for R-Pen
- Direction and dosage information for R-Pen
R-Pen
This treatment applies to the following species:
(penicillin G potassium)
CAUTION: Federal (USA) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
ANTIBIOTIC for Drinking Water
Nonsterile
Active Ingredient
0.500 billion units penicillin G potassium
Mix 1 packet (0.500 billion units) to 333 gallons water
1.0 billion units penicillin G potassium
Mix 1 packet (1.0 billion units) to 666 gallons water
R-Pen Indications
For treatment of erysipelas in turkeys (caused by Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae).
Dosage and Administration
Administer orally at a dosage of 1,500,000 units of penicillin per gallon (3.8 liters) of drinking water for 5 consecutive days.
Directions For Use
0.500 billion units - Combine contents of entire package and approximately 1.5 pints of water in glass or plastic container.
1.0 billion units - Combine contents of entire package and 3 pints of water in glass or plastic container.
Stir to dissolve. Allow the concentrated solution to stand until the foam disappears.
Automatic Watering Systems:
0.500 billion units - Pour the concentrated solution into a glass or plastic container, then add enough water to make 2.6 gallons (9.9 liters) of solution. [This amount of solution will medicate 333 gallons (1260 liters) of drinking water.]
1.0 billion units - Pour the concentrated solution into a glass or plastic container, then add enough water to make 5.2 gallons (19.7 liters) of solution. [This amount of solution will medicate 666 gallons (2521 liters) of drinking water.]
The automatic waterer should be adjusted to deliver 1 oz (30 ml) of stock solution per gallon (3.8 liters) of drinking water. In automatic watering systems, prepare fresh solutions every 12 hours.
Gravity Flow Watering Systems:
0.500 billion units - Pour the concentrated solution into enough water to make 333 gallons (1260 liters) of drinking water.
1.0 billion units - Pour the concentrated solution into enough water to make 666 gallons (2521 liters) of drinking water.
In gravity flow watering systems, prepare fresh solutions every 12 hours.
Drinking water prepared as directed above will contain 1,500,000 units of penicillin G per gallon (3.8 liters).
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RESIDUE WARNINGS: Treated turkeys must not be slaughtered for food during treatment and for one day after last treatment. Do not use in turkeys producing eggs for human consumption. |
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Precautions
For best results, the treatment should be started at the first sign of infection. If improvement is not noted after 3 to 4 days of treatment, consult a poultry pathologist or veterinarian. Keep this and all other medications out of the reach of children.
Store between 20°C - 25°C (68°F - 77°F) with excursions permitted between 15°C - 40°C (59°F - 104°F).
For Oral Use in Turkeys Only
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Restricted Drug (California). Use only as directed.
Not for human use.
Approved by FDA under ANADA # 200-106
Manufactured for:
Huvepharma, Inc., 525 Westpark Drive, Suite 230, Peachtree City, GA 30269
Huvepharma and R-Pen are registered trademarks of Huvepharma EOOD
0.500 B.U. pack |
P08-9102BF Rev. 02-2021 |
Contents: 25 packs, 0.500 billion units each |
P08-9103CL (Rev. 03-2021) |
1.0 B.U. pack |
P08-9105BF Rev. 02-2021 |
Contents: 12 packs, 1.0 billion units each |
P08-9105CL (Rev. 03-2021) |
CPN: 1309052.2
525 WESTPARK DR., SUITE 230, PEACHTREE CITY, GA, 30269
Telephone: | 770-486-7212 | |
Toll-Free: | 877-994-4883 | |
Fax: | 770-486-7217 | |
Website: | www.huvepharma.com |
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