ZYPRONOR 20% ORAL – Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic for Livestock

Zypronor 20% Oral is a powerful broad-spectrum antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone group, formulated for the effective treatment of bacterial infections in poultry, cattle, goats, sheep, and pigs. Its active ingredient acts quickly against Mycoplasma species as well as many gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens that cause severe respiratory and systemic diseases in farm animals.

This oral solution is known for its high safety margin and strong bactericidal properties, helping farmers rapidly control bacterial outbreaks and restore herd or flock productivity. Early intervention with Zypronor 20% Oral reduces mortality, boosts feed conversion, and ensures faster weight gain, especially during disease outbreaks that affect growth and egg production.

Benefits of Zypronor 20% Oral

• Poultry: Fights Mycoplasma gallisepticum and E. coli, reducing respiratory distress, sneezing, nasal discharge, and growth losses.

• Cattle, goats, and sheep: Effective against Pasteurella, Salmonella, and Staphylococcus infections causing pneumonia, mastitis, and joint infections.

• Pigs: Treats Actinobacillus and Mycoplasma infections, improving growth and reducing mortality.

How Farmers Enhance Results

Farmers often give supportive vitamins like Powervit WSP during antibiotic treatment to boost immunity and appetite. To restore gut flora after therapy, Bioshield Oral is commonly used. These combinations help animals recover faster and return to peak productivity.

Usage and Precautions

Zypronor 20% Oral should be given only in drinking water at the dosage prescribed by a veterinarian. Observe the recommended withdrawal period before using meat, milk, or eggs for human consumption. Do not use in animals with known hypersensitivity to fluoroquinolones.

Indications Of Zypronor 20% Oral

ZYPRONOR belongs to the fluoroquinolone group. Its bactericidal action has a broad spectrum activity, high safety, and bactericidal activities against Mycoplasma, gram positive and gram-negative pathogen.

Dosage and Administration

By oral administration,

• Poultry: 1ml per 2 – 4L of drinking water (50-100ppm) for 3-5 days.
• Young ruminant and Rabbit: 1ml per 50kg body weight for 3-5 days.

Contraindication

Avoid use in young animals because of the risk of cartilage injury. Use cautiously in animals that may be prone to seizures, such as epileptics. It is not recommended to administer ciprofloxacin to horses.

Drug Interactions

Fluoroquinolones may increase concentrations of theophylline if used concurrently. Co-administration with divalent and trivalent cations, such as products containing aluminum (e.g., sucralfate), iron, and calcium, may decrease absorption. Do not mix in solutions or in vials with aluminum, calcium, iron, or zinc because chelation may occur.

Pharmacological Actions Of Zypronor 20% Oral

Fluoroquinolone antibacterial. Acts to inhibit DNA gyrase and cell DNA and RNA synthesis, Bactericidal. Broad antimicrobial activity. Ciprofloxacin is active against gram-negative bacilli, including Enterobacteriaceae, and some gram-positive cocci, including Staphylococcus. Ciprofloxacin is more active against Pseudomonas aeruginosa than other fluoroquinolones, but resistance is possible.

Multi-resistant bacteria, including gram-negative bacilli of the Enterobacteriaceae, and methicillin-resistant strains of Staphylococcus, are likely to be resistant to ciprofloxacin and other fluoroquinolones.

Withdrawal Period

• Poultry: Chicken: 5 days.
• Eggs: 5 days.

Young ruminant and Rabbit: Meat: 5 days.

Do not use in animals producing milk for human consumption.

Storage

Store below 30°C, keep in a dry place and preserve in tight

containers.

Shelf Life

4 years

FAQs

Q1 — What diseases does Zypronor 20% Oral treat?
It treats bacterial respiratory and systemic infections caused by Mycoplasma, E. coli, Pasteurella, Salmonella, and other susceptible organisms.
For tailored treatment plans, consult our vet for just ₦5,000.

Q2 — Can I use it with other medications?
It can be combined with vitamins or electrolytes but should not be mixed with other antibiotics without veterinary approval.
Book a vet consult for ₦5,000 to design a safe treatment schedule.

Q3 — Is it safe for all farm animals?
Yes, when dosed correctly by a vet, it is safe for poultry, cattle, goats, sheep, and pigs.
For exact dosing by weight, talk to our vet for ₦5,000.

Q4 — How can I prevent resistance?
Use only for confirmed bacterial infections and always complete the full treatment course.
Ask our vet for ₦5,000 to create an antimicrobial plan.