Dicloxacillin
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Dicloxacillin Sodium Capsules
TEVA Dicloxacillin sodium capsules are a narrow-spectrum penicillin antibiotic indicated for
Categories: Antimicrobials, D
TEVA Dicloxacillin sodium capsules are a narrow-spectrum penicillin antibiotic indicated for
INDICATIONS
- Pyoderma in Dogs: Specifically for infections caused by penicillinase-producing staphylococci that are sensitive to dicloxacillin.
- General Bacterial Infections: It is used in both dogs and cats to treat various infections caused by susceptible gram-positive aerobic cocci, though it is less commonly used today due to the availability of other small animal drugs.
- Staphylococcal Infections: Effective against penicillinase-producing and non-penicillinase-producing strains of Staphylococcus aureus.
ADMINISTRATION
- Administration Route: Orally.
- Best Absorption: For maximum effectiveness, the capsules are often administered on an empty stomach, typically 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
- Frequency: They are usually administered multiple times a day, though specific veterinary instructions may vary.
- Dosage: The dosage varies by animal weight and the severity of the infection; it must be prescribed by a veterinarian.
- Handling: The capsules should be swallowed whole.
- Water: Ensure the animal has access to fresh water, as it is recommended that the drug be taken with ample water, similar to human recommendations.
