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Bovocycline Pessary 2000 mg Intrauterine Tablet for Cattle

Active ingredient: Tetracycline Hydrochloride

Form

Tablet

Species

Cattle

Manufacturer

Eurovet Animal Health B.V.

VMD MA No.

16849/4021

What it's used for

For treatment and prevention of post parturient disorders in cattle: for administration following dystocia, retained fetal membranes and endometritis cause...

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Clinical information

Bovocycline Pessary 2000 mg Intrauterine Tablet for Cattle — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.

For treatment and prevention of post parturient disorders in cattle: for
administration following dystocia, retained fetal membranes and endometritis
caused by pathogens susceptible to tetracycline.

Tablet for intrauterine use.
Cows:
A dose of 2 g tetracycline hydrochloride per treatment, equivalent to 1 tablet per
cow, is to be administered every 24 to 48 hours. The number of treatments
required ranges from 1 to 3.
The tablet should not be divided.
It is recommended to remove part of the lochia by rectal massage before
treatment. Before administration, the vulva and perineal area should be carefully
washed and disinfected with a non-irritating solution and dried with disposable
paper.
Treatment should be accompanied by an improvement in conditions of animal
husbandry.

Revised: May 2016
AN: 00189/2016

Do not use in infections caused by pathogens
resistant to tetracycline.
Do not use in severe kidney and liver disorders.
Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to
tetracyclines or to any of the excipients.

Long-term therapy requires careful monitoring to avoid super-infection (for
example with yeasts).
Occurrence of renal disorders is enhanced in dehydrated animals.
Tetracycline can cause damage to the liver.
Photodermatitis often occurs in areas of sparsely pigmented skin if these are
exposed to sunlight.
Allergic reactions are rare. In case of allergic or anaphylactic reactions,
discontinue treatment immediately. Allergic reactions can be treated parenterally
with steroids and antihistamins.

Special precautions for use in animals
The product should be used based on susceptibility testing and take into
account official, national and regional antimicrobial policies.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary
medicinal product to animals
Direct contact with the skin or the mucous membranes of the user should be
avoided. The use of gloves is recommended when administering the product to
avoid sensitisation. Wash your hands after handling the product.

There is a potential antagonism between tetracyclines and antibiotics with
bactericidal action.

Keep the blisters in the outer carton in order to protect from light.

Cattle: Meat and offal 10 days
milk 4 days
5

This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.