Label: API E.M. ERYTHROMYCIN- erythromycin powder
- NDC Code(s): 17163-055-16
- Packager: MARS FISHCARE NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Category: OTC ANIMAL DRUG LABEL
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Drug Label Information
Updated December 29, 2021
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- ACTIVE INGREDIENT
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DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION
Directions for Use:
For best results, remove activated carbon or filter cartridge from filter and continue operation.
For each 10 gallons (38 L) of water, empty one packet directly into aquarium.
Repeat does after 24 hours.
Wait another 24 hours then change 25% of the aquarium water.
Repeat this treatment for a second time, for a total of 4 doses.
Then make a final 25% water change and add fresh activated carbon or replace filter cartridge.
Treatment may be repeated, if necessary.
This package treats up to 100 gallons.
Four doses required for full course of treatment.
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INDICATIONS & USAGE
Diagnostic Chart
Fin and Tail Rot:
Fins appear ragged and split. In severe cases, fins and tails are almost completely eroded. Secondary fungal infections, observed as white, "cottony" growth, commonly occur.
Open Red Sores:
A bacterial infection that causes open red sores on body. Infection can range from very small ulcers to deep skin lesions. Coloring can range from reddish or gray ulcers to very dark areas associated with necrotic (dying) tissue.
Mouth Fungus:
Common bacterial infection that affects the mouth and other soft tissue. Fungus-like in appearance with red periphery. If left untreated severe erosion and lesions will develop
Hemorrhagic Septicemia:
A bacterial infection of the bloodstream. Fish may show blood streaks on the body and fins, bleeding (red patches) and localized swelling.
Bacterial Gill Disease:
Fish may breathe heavily and show bright red gills. Fish may sit at bottom of aquarium or near the water's surface. However, visual diagnosis is often difficult.
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WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
For aquarium use only.
Not for human consumption or for the treatment of fish intended for human consumption.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
May cause irritation.
! WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including Silica, crystalline, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
API E.M. ERYTHROMYCIN
erythromycin powderProduct Information Product Type OTC ANIMAL DRUG Item Code (Source) NDC:17163-055 Route of Administration TOPICAL Active Ingredient/Active Moiety Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength ERYTHROMYCIN (UNII: 63937KV33D) (ERYTHROMYCIN - UNII:63937KV33D) ERYTHROMYCIN 200 mg in 2 g Packaging # Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date 1 NDC:17163-055-16 10 in 1 BOX 1 2 g in 1 PACKET Marketing Information Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date unapproved drug other 03/01/2011 Labeler - MARS FISHCARE NORTH AMERICA, INC. (049630700) Establishment Name Address ID/FEI Business Operations MARS FISHCARE NORTH AMERICA, INC. 049630700 manufacture, relabel, repack
