Fortitude EDC 600 mg

Fortitude EDC (Early Dry Cow) is a professional-grade intramammary antibiotic infusion engineered for the South African dairy sector. Formulated with a high concentration of Cloxacillin Benzathine (600mg), it is the primary choice for producers in the Gauteng and Heidelberg regions who require a "Total-Block" solution for protecting high-producing cows during their critical dry period. This specialized long-acting formula is specifically designed to maintain therapeutic antibiotic levels within the udder for up to 7 to 10 weeks, effectively eliminating existing sub-clinical infections and preventing new bacterial entries while the cow is not being milked.

Key Performance Features

• Extended-Release Cloxacillin (600mg): Features a benzathine salt base that provides a slow, sustained release of antibiotic, ensuring the udder remains protected throughout the entire dry period.
• Broad-Spectrum Gram-Positive Action: Specifically engineered to target the major causes of mastitis, including Staphylococcus aureus (including penicillin-resistant strains) and Streptococcus agalactiae.
• Non-Irritating Lipid Vehicle: Manufactured with a smooth, stable oil-based carrier that facilitates deep penetration into the mammary tissue without causing inflammation.
• Hygienic Single-Dose Syringe: Each 3g syringe is individually sealed and features a precision-tapered tip for easy, sterile insertion into the teat canal.

Ideal Applications

• Standard Dry-Cow Therapy (DCT): The industry standard for treating all cows at the end of their lactation cycle to "clean out" the udder for the next season.
• Sub-Clinical Mastitis Eradication: Perfect for eliminating deep-seated bacterial colonies that were not cleared during the previous milking cycle.
• Summer Mastitis Prevention: Ideal for providing a persistent antibiotic barrier against environmental pathogens during the humid months when cows are on pasture.
• High-Value Dairy Herd Management: A reliable primary tool for reducing the "Somatic Cell Count" (SCC) in the following lactation, directly improving milk quality and farm premiums.

Product Benefits

• Reduces Clinical Mastitis at Calving: By treating the udder at dry-off, Fortitude EDC drastically lowers the incidence of painful and costly mastitis outbreaks immediately after calving.
• Improves Future Milk Yield: A healthy, infection-free udder during the dry period allows for maximum regeneration of milk-producing tissue.
• Cost-Effective Prophylaxis: Investing in a single dry-cow treatment is significantly cheaper than treating a clinical mastitis case and discarding milk during the following lactation.

Pro Tip: For the best results, always perform a "Teat-Dip" and thoroughly clean the teat end with a 70% Alcohol Swab before infusing the syringe to prevent introducing new bacteria. Installation Note: After infusion, do not massage the teat; the antibiotic is designed to stay in the lower teat canal to form a "chemical plug." Safety Note: Strictly observe the specified Dry Period and Milk Withdrawal times (as per the South African label) to ensure no antibiotic residues enter the milk tank after calving.