Terramycin Ointment - Bird Eye Infection Treatment
Terramycin Ointment - Bird Eye Infection Treatment
Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment for Birds
Terramycin is a topical antibiotic eye ointment sold here as bird eye infection treatment. Zoetis package information describes oxytetracycline plus polymyxin B for superficial ocular infections sensitive to those antibiotics—pack-first, veterinary guidance for birds.
Quick product facts
- Product: Terramycin Ophthalmic Ointment
- Actives (Zoetis/vetlabel): oxytetracycline HCl + polymyxin B sulfate
- Strength cited: 5 mg oxytetracycline + 10,000 units polymyxin B per gram
- Form: ophthalmic ointment tube
- Size on this listing: 3.5g
Before using
- Read the tube/carton you receive first
- Animal use only—not for humans
- Bird use is typically extra-label vs Zoetis species list—ask an avian vet
- Do not contaminate the tube tip
Medication — pack first: Follow the label on the tube you receive and your veterinarian. This page summarizes manufacturer and listing facts for shopping context—not a dosing prescription.
California: Current Pet MegaMart listing states this item is not available for sale or shipment to California residents.
What keepers use it for | Soft / listing context
Listing and avian-keeper practice position Terramycin for topical support around bacterial eye concerns such as conjunctivitis (“pink eye”), corneal irritation, and related superficial ocular issues when organisms are sensitive to oxytetracycline/polymyxin. Zoetis professional copy discusses prophylaxis and local treatment of superficial ocular infections in labelled species.
For broader supportive care context, see the Bird Supportive Care Guide. Eye disease needs a proper exam when possible—ointment is not a substitute for diagnosis.
How to apply | Demo video
Short demonstration from the current listing. Always follow veterinary guidance for eye conditions.
How to use | Listing / keeper directions
- Wash hands; use a clean Q-tip—dab ointment on the tip, then apply to the eye to reduce tube contamination
- Listing practice: apply 2–4 times daily while symptoms are managed under vet advice
- If irritation worsens or anything unusual appears, stop and contact a veterinarian
Label first: Frequency and duration should match the pack and your avian veterinarian—especially because bird use is often extra-label.
Actives & facts | Manufacturer / pack-first
| Item | Source fact |
|---|---|
| Oxytetracycline | HCl equivalent to 5 mg oxytetracycline per gram (Zoetis / vetlabel package insert) |
| Polymyxin B | 10,000 units as the sulfate per gram |
| Base | Special petrolatum ointment base (manufacturer description) |
| Zoetis labelled species | Dogs, cats, cattle, sheep, horses (confirm current insert) |
Facts above are manufacturer/package-first. Confirm against the tube you receive.
Size on this listing
Offered in 3.5g. Primary offer below is the 3.5g tube.
Storage & handling
- Follow storage on the carton/tube
- Keep tube tip clean; replace cap tightly
- For animal use only—keep out of reach of children
Frequently Asked Questions About Terramycin Ointment
Important Safety Notice
For animal use only. Not for human use.
Antibiotic ophthalmic ointment—use under veterinary guidance. Bird use may be extra-label relative to Zoetis species labelling.
Follow the pack you receive. Keep out of reach of children. Not for sale/shipment to California residents per current listing.