Terramycin Aerosol Spray 3.92% w/w Cutaneous Spray
Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride
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Veterinary medicinal product: cutaneous spray, solution. Distribution category: POM-V (Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013, Schedule 3). Active substance: Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride.1
In short: questions and answers
- Does Terramycin Aerosol Spray 3.92% w/w Cutaneous Spray need a prescription?
- Prescription only. As stated in the registration decision.1
- Which animals is Terramycin Aerosol Spray 3.92% w/w Cutaneous Spray for?
- Cattle, Sheep.1
- What is the active substance in Terramycin Aerosol Spray 3.92% w/w Cutaneous Spray?
- Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride. ATCvet code: QD06AA03.13
- What is the withdrawal period of Terramycin Aerosol Spray 3.92% w/w Cutaneous Spray according to the leaflet?
- Cattle, meat: 0 days; Sheep, meat: 0 days; Cattle, milk: 0 days.3
- Dispensing
- Prescription only1
POM-V: Prescription Only Medicine - Veterinarian. Supplied only on a prescription written by a veterinary surgeon who has assessed the animal.12
Supplied only on a veterinarian's prescription. As stated in the registration decision.
- Active substance
- Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride
- ATCvet code
- QD06AA033
- Manufacturer
- Marketing authorisation holder: Zoetis UK Limited
Withdrawal period
Summary of product characteristics
Composition
Each 150 ml can contains:
Active substance:
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride 4.0g (equivalent to 3.92% w/w)
Excipients:
| Qualitative composition of excipients and other constituents | Quantitative composition if that information is essential for proper administration of the veterinary medicinal product |
|---|---|
| Patent Blue V (E131) | 0.2g |
| Polysorbate 80 | |
| Isopropyl Alcohol | |
| Butane |
A blue, fine mist spray.
Pharmacological properties
4.1 ATCvet code: QD06AA03
Antibiotics and chemotherapeutics for dermatological use.
Antibiotics for topical use.
Tetracycline and derivatives.
4.2 Pharmacodynamics
Oxytetracycline is produced by fermentation of Streptomyces rimosus.
It possesses broad spectrum antimicrobial activity against a wide range of gram +ve and gram -ve bacteria, certain mycoplasmas, protozoa, rickettsiae and Chlamydia. Oxytetracycline is bacteriostatic and acts by inhibiting protein synthesis within the cell.
4.3 Pharmacokinetics
When administered topically, oxytetracycline absorption is negligible; it comes into direct contact with bacteria on the skin and in superficial lesions on external body surfaces. The marker dye indicates the extent of the treated area.
Target species
Cattle and sheep.
Indications
For the treatment and control of topical infections caused by, or associated with, organisms sensitive to oxytetracycline. Includes digital dermatitis in cattle; foot rot and scald in sheep.
Dosage
Topical administration only.
Shake well before use. For ovine foot conditions a spray-time of 3-5 seconds should be sufficient. Clean the affected area prior to administration. Treatment should be repeated weekly when necessary.
Contraindications
None.
Adverse reactions
None known.
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian, to either the marketing authorisation holder or the national competent authority via the national reporting system. See the package leaflet for respective contact details.
Warnings
Special precautions for safe use in the target species:
Do not spray in or near eyes.
For external use only.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals:
People with known hypersensitivity to oxytetracycline should avoid contact with the veterinary medicinal product.
Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Personal protective equipment consisting of impervious gloves should be worn when handling the veterinary medicinal product.
Wash any splashes immediately. Wash hands after use.
Do not pierce or burn, even after use. Do not spray on a naked flame or any incandescent material. Do not smoke when using this product.
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.
3.11 Special restrictions for use and special conditions for use, including restrictions on the use of antimicrobial and antiparasitic veterinary medicinal products in order to limit the risk of development of resistance
Not applicable.
Use during pregnancy, lactation or lay
Pregnancy and lactation:
Can be used during pregnancy and lactation.
Interactions
May interact with solutions containing metal salts.
Overdose
Overdosing should pose no problems.
Special warnings
None.
Withdrawal period
Cattle and sheep (meat and offal): Zero days.
Cattle (milk): Zero hours.
Incompatibilities
None known.
Immediate packaging
Pressurised lacquered aluminium aerosol can containing in each 150 ml pack 4 g oxytetracycline hydrochloride incorporating a blue marker dye. A special valve (type PCA 39 PV) is incorporated enabling the product to be operated efficiently in the upright and inverted positions.
Storage
Do not store above 25 °C.
Store in a dry place.
Pressurised container: Protect from sunlight and do not expose to heat.
Shelf life
Shelf life of the veterinary medicinal product as packaged for sale: 2 years.
Disposal of unused product
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater.
Use take-back schemes for the disposal of any unused veterinary medicinal product or waste materials derived thereof in accordance with local requirements and with any national collection systems applicable to the veterinary medicinal product concerned.
Additional information
Vm 42058/5175
8 DATE OF FIRST AUTHORISATION
8 February 1989
9 DATE OF THE LAST REVISION OF THE SUMMARY OF THE PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
December 2025
10 CLASSIFICATION OF VETERINARY MEDICINAL PRODUCT
Veterinary medicinal product subject to prescription.
Find more product information by searching for the ‘Product Information Database’ on www.gov.uk.
Approved 17 December 2025
Registration holder
Zoetis UK Limited
Regulations
- Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013 (SI 2013/2033), Schedule 32
Sources
- VMD Product Information Database: Terramycin Aerosol Spray 3.92% w/w Cutaneous Spray, 42058/5175
- The Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013, Schedule 3 (categories of veterinary medicinal products)
- Summary of Product Characteristics: Terramycin Aerosol Spray 3.92% w/w Cutaneous Spray
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