Zoetis Excede Injectable
By Zoetis
Last reviewed: December 2025
Long-acting ceftiofur crystalline free acid antibiotic for treatment of bovine respiratory disease and foot rot in cattle.
Excede is a long-acting injectable antibiotic containing ceftiofur crystalline free acid, providing extended plasma concentrations from a single injection. It is indicated for treatment and control of bovine respiratory disease (BRD) and foot rot in cattle.
The extended-release formulation reduces the need for multiple treatments, minimizing stress on sick animals. Excede is administered subcutaneously in the middle third of the ear in cattle.
Excede is a prescription product requiring veterinary oversight. Proper diagnosis and judicious use are essential for responsible antibiotic stewardship. Withdrawal periods must be observed before slaughter.
Key Features
- Extended Action: Single injection provides extended treatment
- BRD Treatment: Effective against respiratory disease pathogens
- Foot Rot Treatment: Labeled for foot rot infections
- Convenient Dosing: Subcutaneous ear injection
- Proven Efficacy: Research-backed effectiveness
Advanced Features
- Metaphylaxis: Control of BRD in high-risk groups
- Ceftiofur Class: Third-generation cephalosporin
- Low Volume: Concentrated formulation
- Temperature Stability: Room temperature storage
Ideal For
Farm Types: Dairy farms, Beef operations, Calf ranches, Feedlots
Competitive Advantages
What sets Excede Injectable apart from alternatives:
- Single-injection convenience
- Extended therapeutic levels
- Proven efficacy against BRD pathogens
- Zoetis research and quality
- Veterinary support resources
Pricing Information
Here is the pricing information for Excede Injectable:
Sold through veterinary distribution
Pricing Model: prescription-product
Prescription required. Pricing varies by distributor.
Pros & Considerations
- Extended duration ceftiofur for BRD treatment
- Single injection provides days of therapy
- Proven efficacy against common BRD pathogens
- Reduces handling compared to daily treatments
- Subcutaneous administration at ear base
- Prescription product requiring veterinary oversight
- Extended withdrawal periods for meat
- Cephalosporin stewardship considerations
- Premium pricing for extended activity
- Ear injection site requires training
Implementation & Setup
How to implement Excede Injectable on your dairy operation:
Implementation Timeline: Administer as needed per veterinary guidance
Training & Support
Training and support options available for Excede Injectable:
Support Channels:
Evaluation Questions
Key questions to consider when evaluating Excede Injectable:
- What BRD pathogens are you seeing on your operation?
- What is your current treatment success rate?
- Do you have proper facilities for safe treatment?
- What is your relationship with a supervising veterinarian?
- How do you track treatments and withdrawals?