Amoxicillin oral suspension is indicated for a wide variety of common bacterial infections in dogs and cats caused by susceptible organisms. It is not effective against viral or parasitic infections.
INDICATIONS
- Respiratory Tract Infections: Such as tonsillitis and tracheobronchitis.
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Including bladder infections (cystitis).
- Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: This includes wounds, lacerations, abscesses, and bacterial dermatitis.
- Gastrointestinal Tract Infections: Used for bacterial gastroenteritis caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Dental Infections: Such as tooth abscesses.
ADMINISTRATION
The oral suspension is designed to be administered by mouth, making it easier for owners to give medication to pets who struggle with tablets.
- Preparation: If supplied as a powder, it must be reconstituted with a specific amount of water according to the package instructions and shaken vigorously.
- Dosing: The exact dosage (typically 5 mg per pound of body weight for dogs, or 50 mg total for cats) and frequency (usually once or twice daily) are determined by a veterinarian based on the animal’s weight and the type/severity of the infection.
- Method: The liquid is measured with a provided oral syringe and administered into the pet’s mouth, often into the cheek pocket. It can be given with or without food, though giving it with a small meal may reduce gastrointestinal upset.
- Duration: The full course of treatment must be completed as prescribed, even if the pet appears to feel better sooner, to prevent the infection from recurring and to avoid developing antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
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