Cathode is a complex drug used in the treatment and prevention of diseases in animals. The drug can be used both for domestic animals and for cattle and other farm animals. Having as a basis vitamin 12, catosal has a tonic effect, a positive effect on metabolism, increases immunity and resistance to diseases. In agriculture, it is used to accelerate the growth and development of the animal.
Pharmacological properties: Birch tar has a strong antiseptic, local irritant, anti-inflammatory, insecticidal, antiparasitic and disinfectant action, improves blood circulation, stimulates the regeneration of the epidermis of damaged tissues, enhances keratinization, dries wounds and accelerates them. In small concentrations (3-5%) activates the growth of granulation, in large (above 10%) - sharply weakens.
Application: Externally for the treatment of skin diseases in animals: eczema, dermatomycoses (trichophytia, microspores), scabies, furunculosis, pyoderma, bedsores, burns, ulcers, frostbite, wound infections, limb wounds, cracks in horses' hooves, hooves in cattle and others. Internally, it is prescribed as an anti-fermentation and disinfectant for horses, small cattle, pigs, dogs and chickens. For disinfection of premises, livestock yards, animal care items.
Exerts a bactericidal action on gram-positive and some gram-negative bacteria. It has a good effect against a size of pathogenic bacteria associated with ornamental fish diseases. In other words, diseases including Aeromonas and pseudomonas genera and mycobacterial group (gill diseases, Rhodococcus). It is useful in the control of “Hole-in-the-Head” and “Angel Problems” in Cichlid and Discus.
Treatment of cattle, sheep, pigs, fur-bearing animals, dogs, cats and birds suffering from trichomoniasis, dysentery, diarrhea, colitis, stomatitis, as well as diseases of the respiratory system, genitourinary system, gastrointestinal tract and skin caused by microorganisms sensitive to metronidazole. Dosage Orally with food in a dose of 10-20 mg of metronidazole per 1 kg m.t. for the active substance - twice a day for 5-7 days. If necessary, treatment is repeated after 7-8 days.