Metricure® 500 mg Intrauterine suspension
An intrauterine suspension of cefapirin for treatment of endometritis in cows. Cefapirin, a first generation cephalosporin, is a broad spectrum antibiotic with bactericidal action against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Cefapirin is resistant to the action of penicillinase.
Presentation
A creamy, oily and sterile suspension.
Active ingredients
Each syringe contains: Cefapirin 500 mg (as cefapirin benzathine)
Target species
Cattle (cows).
Indications for use
Metricure is indicated for the treatment of subacute and chronic endometritis in cows (at least 14 days after parturition) caused by bacteria sensitive to cefapirin.
Withdrawal periods
Cattle – Meat and offal: 1 day. Milk: Zero hours.
Packaging
Packs containing 12 syringes. Intrauterine catheters are also provided for administration.
Legal category
POM-V
Further information is available from the SPC, datasheet or package leaflet.
Advice should be sought from the medicine prescriber.
Prescription decisions are for the person issuing the prescription alone.
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Date of preparation: November 2025