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Ceffect LC, 75 mg, Intramammary Ointment for Lactating Cows

Active ingredient: Cefquinome

Form

Cream

Species

Cattle

Manufacturer

Emdoka bvba

VMD MA No.

34534/4006

What it's used for

For the treatment of clinical mastitis in the lactating dairy cow caused by the following cefquinome-susceptible microorganisms: Streptococcus dysgalactiae...

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Clinical information

Ceffect LC, 75 mg, Intramammary Ointment for Lactating Cows — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.

For the treatment of clinical mastitis in the lactating dairy cow caused by the
following cefquinome-susceptible microorganisms:
Streptococcus dysgalactiae, Staphylococcus aureus and

For intramammary use.
The content of one intramammary syringe should be infused gently into the teat
of the infected quarter every 12 hours after each of three successive milkings.
Milk out the affected quarter(s). After thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting the
teat and teat orifice with the cleaning towel provided remove the cap from the
nozzle without touching the nozzle with the fingers.
Gently infuse the contents of one intramammary syringe into each affected
quarter. Disperse the product by gentle massage of the teat and udder of the
affected animal.
The intramammary syringe must only be used once. Partly used intramammary
syringes should be discarded.

Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics, other ß-
lactam antibiotics or to any of the excipients.

The frequency of adverse reactions is defined using the following convention:
- very common (more than 1 in 10 animals treated displaying adverse
reaction(s))
- common (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 100 animals treated)
- uncommon (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 1,000 animals treated)
- rare (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 10,000 animals treated)
- very rare (less than 1 animal in 10,000 animals treated, including isolated
reports).

None.

Special precautions for use in animals
The product should be reserved for the treatment of clinical conditions which
have responded poorly or are expected to respond poorly to other classes of
antimicrobials or narrow spectrum β-lactam antimicrobials.
Use of the product should be based on susceptibility testing of the bacteria
isolated from the animal. If it is not possible, therapy should be based on local
(regional, farm level) epidemiological information about susceptibility of the
target bacteria.
Official, national and regional antimicrobial policies should be taken into account
when the product is used.
Use of the product deviating from the instructions given in the SPC may increase
the prevalence of bacteria resistant to cefquinome and may decrease the
effectiveness of treatment with cephalosporins due to the potential for cross-
resistance.
The feeding to calves of milk containing residues of cefquinome (i.e. milked
during treatment) should be avoided due to selection for antimicrobial-resistant
bacteria.
Do not use the cleaning towel if lesions are present on the teat.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary
medicinal product to animals
When infusing the product, protective gloves should be worn to avoid skin
contact.
Penicillins and cephalosporins may cause hypersensitivity (allergy) following
injection, inhalation, ingestion or skin contact. Hypersensitivity to penicillins may
lead to cross sensitivity to cephalosporin and vice versa. Allergic reactions to
these substances may occasionally be serious.
1. Do not handle this product if you know you are sensitised, or if you have
been advised not to work with such preparations.
2. Handle this product with great care to avoid exposure, taking all
recommended precautions.
3. If you develop symptoms following exposure, such as skin rash, you
should seek medical advice and show the Doctor this warning. Swelling
of the face, lips and eyes or difficulty in breathing are more serious
symptoms and require urgent medical attention.
4. Care should be taken to avoid contact with skin.
Wash hands after using the cleaning towels and wear protective gloves if skin
irritation due to isopropyl alcohol is known or suspected.

It is known that a cross sensitivity to cephalosporin exists for bacteria sensitive to
the cephalosporin group.

Do not store above 30°C.

Meat and offal: 4 days
Milk: 5 days (120 hours).
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.