NADA Number: 032-319

Proprietary Name Furox® Aerosol Powder
Topazone Aerosol Powder
Sponsor Fort Dodge Animal Health, Division of Wyeth Holdings Corp.
Sponsor Address P. O. Box 1339
Fort Dodge, IA    50501
USA
Ingredients Furazolidone
Species Horse, not for meat production
Dog, no use class stated or implied
Pony, not for food
Routes of Administration Topical
Dose Form Powder
Drug Form Powder
Dispensing Status OTC
Dosage Amount,
Indications
& Limitations

524.1005 Furazolidone aerosol powder.

Specifications: The product contains 10 percent furazolidone in inert dispersing agent and propellant.

Conditions of use:

Dogs

Amount: Hold container about 6 to 12 inches from the eye or affected area and apply only enough powder to impart a light yellow color.

Indications: For treatment or prevention of bacterial infection of superficial wounds, abrasions, lacerations, and pyogenic dermatitis.

Limitations: For topical application. Clean affected area thoroughly, apply drug once or twice daily, and repeat treatment as required. Use only as recommended by a veterinarian in treatment of puncture wounds, wounds requiring surgical debridement or suturing, those of a chronic nature involving proud flesh, generalized and chronic infections of the skin, and those skin conditions associated with intense itching. If redness, irritation, or swelling persists or increases, discontinue use and consult a veterinarian.

Horses (and ponies)

Amount: Hold container about 6 to 12 inches from the eye or affected area and apply only enough powder to impart a light yellow color.

Indications: For treatment or prevention of bacterial infection of superficial wounds, abrasions, lacerations, and following firing (heat or electrocautery).

Limitations: For topical application. Clean affected area thoroughly, apply drug once or twice daily, and repeat treatment as required. Use only as recommended by a veterinarian in treatment of puncture wounds, wounds requiring surgical debridement or suturing, those of a chronic nature involving proud flesh, generalized and chronic infections of the skin, and those skin conditions associated with intense itching. If redness, irritation, or swelling persists or increases, discontinue use and consult a veterinarian. Not for use in horses intended for food.

Tolerances

A tolerance of zero is established for residues of furazolidone in the uncooked edible tissues of swine.