Sulphamerazine Base

Sulphamerazine Base

Sulphamerazine Base is a sulfonamide antibiotic characterized by its broad-spectrum antibacterial and anticoccidial properties. Unlike its sodium salt counterpart, the base form has lower water solubility, making it the preferred choice for incorporation into feed premixes, oral tablets, and boluses rather than drinking water systems. It is effective against a wide variety of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including Pasteurella, Salmonella, and Streptococcus, as well as protozoal parasites like Eimeria (the cause of coccidiosis). Sulphamerazine works by inhibiting bacterial folic acid synthesis, effectively suppressing the growth of pathogens. Due to its reliable absorption and longer half-life compared to some other sulfonamides, it is widely used to manage respiratory and enteric infections in livestock, ensuring sustained therapeutic levels when mixed into daily rations.

FAQ（Sulphamerazine Base）

1. What is Sulphamerazine Base used for?
It is primarily used to treat and control coccidiosis in poultry and bacterial infections such as pneumonia, foot rot, and enteritis in cattle and pigs.

2. How is Sulphamerazine Base administered?
It is typically administered orally by mixing it into dry feed (as a premix) or given directly in the form of tablets or boluses.

3. Which animals can use Sulphamerazine Base?
It is widely used for poultry, cattle, and pigs, and is often found in "triple sulfa" formulations for these species.

4. Is Sulphamerazine Base safe for livestock?
Yes, it is generally safe when used according to recommended dosages. However, animals must always have access to fresh water to prevent kidney issues (crystalluria).

5. Can Sulphamerazine Base be used preventively?
Yes, it is frequently incorporated into feed as a preventive measure (prophylaxis) to control the spread of coccidiosis and bacterial diseases during high-risk periods.