Furaltadone

Molecular Formula: C13H16N4O6
CAS Number: 139-91-3
Appearance: Yellow Crystalline Solid

Is a nitrofuran with a wide range of antimicrobial activity that includes Clostridium, Salmonella, Shigella, Staphylococcus and Streptococcusspp, and E coli. It is also active against Eimeria and Histomonas spp. It is usually administered PO to treat intestinal infections but may also be applied topically. The usual oral dose of furaltadone in calves is 10–12 mg/kg, bid for 5–7 days. Caution should be exercised when treating small calves (e.g. Jersey breed) to avoid excessive dose rates, lest neurotoxicity result; signs include head tremors, ataxia, visual impairment, and convulsions.