Animal NDC 17163-055-16 Api E.m. Erythromycin
Erythromycin

Animal Product Information

Field Name Field Value
Animal NDC Code 17163-055-16
Proprietary Name Api E.m. Erythromycin What is the Proprietary Name?
The proprietary name also known as the trade name is the name of the product chosen by the medication labeler for marketing purposes.
Non-Proprietary Name Erythromycin What is the Non-Proprietary Name?
The non-proprietary name is sometimes called the generic name. The generic name usually includes the active ingredient(s) of the product.
Labeler Name Mars Fishcare North America, Inc.
Product Type Otc Animal Drug
Usage Information
    Diagnostic ChartFin 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 developHemorrhagic 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.
Active Ingredient(s)
  • Erythromycin
Marketing Category UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER What is the Marketing Category?
Product types are broken down into several potential Marketing Categories, such as NDA/ANDA/BLA, OTC Monograph, or Unapproved Drug. One and only one Marketing Category may be chosen for a product, not all marketing categories are available to all product types. Currently, only final marketed product categories are included. The complete list of codes and translations can be found at www.fda.gov/edrls under Structured Product Labeling Resources.

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Api E.m. Erythromycin Animal Product Labeling Information

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Table of Contents



Otc - Active Ingredient



Active Ingredients: 200 mg Erythromycin per packet.


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.


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.


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.


Package Label.Principal Display Panel



Diagnostic Chart

On Back

10

Powder

Packets

Use In Fresh and Saltwater Aquariums

API

E.M. ERYTHROMYCIN

TREATS BACTERIAL FISH DISEASE

Broad spectrum control of bacterial

fish infections

Open Red Sores

Fin and Tail Rot

Mouth Fungus

Hemorrhagic Septicemia

Gill Disease

GUIDE

Fish Problem

Solving




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