Tilmovet® AC (tilmicosin phosphate)

Tilmovet^® AC (tilmicosin phosphate) is an Aqueous Concentrate macrolide antibiotic for oral use in drinking water for swine only. 

Tilmovet^® AC is a formulation of the antibiotic tilmicosin. Tilmicosin is produced semi-synthetically and is in the macrolide class of antibiotics. Each milliliter (mL) of Tilmovet^® aqueous concentrate solution contains 250 mg of tilmicosin.

For the control of swine respiratory disease associated with Pasteurella multocida and Haemaphilus parasuis in groups of swine in buildings where a respiratory disease outbreak is diagnosed.

For the control of swine respiratory disease associated with Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae in the presence of Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSV) in groups of swine in buildings where a respiratory disease outbreak is diagnosed.

Do not allow horses or other equines access to water containing tilmicosin. The safety of tilmicosin has not been established in male swine intended for breeding purposes.

Always treat the fewest number of animals necessary to control a respiratory disease outbreak. Prescriptions shall not be refilled. Concurrent use of Tilmovet^® AC (tilmicosin phosphate) and another macrolide by any route is not advised. Use of another macrolide immediately following this use of Tilmovet^® AC is not advised.

Store at or below 25° C (77° F). Excursions permitted to 40° C (104° F). Protect from direct sunlight. 

tilmicosin phosphate

Must be diluted before administration to animals. Include in the drinking water to provide a concentration of 200 mg tilmicosin per liter (200 ppm). One 960 ml bottle is sufficient to medicate 1200 liters (320 gallons) of drinking water for pigs. The medicated water should be administered for (5) five consecutive days.

Use within 24 hours of mixing with water. Do not use rusty containers for medicated water as they may affect product integrity.

When using a water medicating pump with a 1:128 inclusion rate, add 1 bottle (960 ml) of Tilmovet AC (tilmicosin phosphate) per 2.5 gallons of stock solution.

Swine intended for human consumption must not be slaughtered within 7 days of the last treatment with this product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: TILMOVET^® AC (tilmicosin phosphate): Not For Human Use. Keep out of reach of children. For use in drinking water of swine only. Do not treat swine within 7 days of slaughter. Exposure to tilmicosin in humans has been associated with chest pain, increased heart rate, dizziness, headache, and nausea. Death has been reported following ingestion or injection of tilmicosin. Avoid ingestion. Avoid direct skin and eye contact. In case of human exposure, call 1-877-994-4883 and consult a physician immediately. NOTE TO THE PHYSICIAN: The cardiovascular system is the target of toxicity and should be monitored closely. The primary cardiac effects are tachycardia and decreased contractility. Cardiovascular toxicity may be due to calcium channel blockade.  Avoid the use of Tilmovet^® AC and other macrolides by any route, or the use of another macrolide immediately following the use of Tilmovet^® AC. Tilmovet^® AC is to be used by, or on the order of, a licensed veterinarian. The safety of tilmicosin has not been established in male swine intended for breeding purposes. Do not allow horses or other equines access to water containing tilmicosin. Do not inject Tilmovet^® AC as injection of tilmicosin has been shown to be fatal in swine and non-human primates, and may be fatal in horses and goats. Wear overalls, impervious gloves and eye protection when mixing and handling the product. Wash hands after handling the product. Wash affected parts if skin contact occurs. If accidental eye contact occurs, immediately rinse thoroughly with water. To report adverse effects, access medical information, or obtain additional product information, call 1-877-994-4883. View Tilmovet^® AC product label here.