Tag: Florfenicol

Phenicols are a class of broad-spectrum antibiotics that inhibit bacterial protein synthesis by interfering with the 50S ribosomal subunit. The therapeutic and safety profiles for the various members of this class, such as chloramphenicol and florfenicol, differ significantly, dictating their specific applications in human and veterinary medicine.

Cadorex 300 mg is a veterinary antibiotic injection containing florfenicol, primarily used to treat respiratory infections in specific livestock. In cattle, it is effective against bacteria like *Mannheimia haemolytica* and *Pasteurella multocida*, while in pigs, it targets acute outbreaks of swine respiratory disease.