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Amoxicillin for Dogs & Cats - 125-mg, 100 Chewable Tablets [Bacterial Infections]

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Description

Amoxicillin is an antibiotic medication used to treat bacterial infections in dogs and cats. It belongs to a class of antibiotics called penicillins, which work by inhibiting the growth of bacteria. Amoxicillin is effective against a wide range of bacterial infections, including skin infections, urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and other infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is available in different formulations, including tablets, capsules, and oral suspension, and should be used as directed by a veterinarian. Amoxicillin, Dogs, Cats, Bacterial Infections, Antibiotic Medication, Penicillins, Skin Infections, Urinary Tract Infections, Respiratory Infections, Tablets, Capsules, Oral Suspension, Prescription Medication.

Key Benefits

  • Broad-Spectrum: Amoxicillin is effective against a wide range of bacteria, making it useful for treating various bacterial infections in dogs and cats.
  • Safe and Effective: When used as directed by a veterinarian, Amoxicillin is safe and effective for the treatment of bacterial infections in pets.
  • Easy to Administer: Amoxicillin is available in tablet, capsule, and liquid forms, making it easy to administer to dogs and cats.
  • Fast-Acting: Amoxicillin starts working quickly to combat bacterial infections, helping pets feel better sooner.

How It Works

Amoxicillin works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, leading to the disruption of the bacterial cell structure and ultimately causing cell death. Bacteria need cell walls to protect themselves from their environment and to maintain their shape. By inhibiting cell wall synthesis, Amoxicillin effectively kills the bacteria, helping to resolve the infection. Amoxicillin is effective against a wide range of bacteria, including both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, making it a versatile antibiotic for treating bacterial infections in dogs and cats.

Indications & Usage

Dogs: Amoxi-Tabs are indicated in the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections: Respiratory tract infections (tonsillitis, tracheobronchitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis. Genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis. Gastrointestinal tract infections (bacterial gastroenteritis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis. Bacterial dermatitis due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., and Proteus mirabilis. Soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis.

Cats: Amoxi-Tabs are indicated in the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections: Upper respiratory tract infections due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., and E. coli. Genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis. Gastrointestinal tract infections due to E. coli. Skin and soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Pasteurella multocida.

As with all antibiotics, appropriate in vitro culturing and susceptibility testing of samples taken before treatment should be conducted.

Specifications:

  • Brand: Amoxicillin
  • Type: Oral tablet, oral suspension
  • Indicated for: Treatment of bacterial infections in dogs and cats
  • Dosage Form: Tablet, suspension
  • Available Strengths: Tablets: 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg; Suspension: 50 mg/ml, 100 mg/ml, 200 mg/ml
  • Administration: Administer orally, with or without food
  • Packaging: Available in blister packs (tablets) or bottles (suspension)
  • Storage: Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat
  • Manufacturer: Various generic manufacturers
  • Prescription Required: Yes, prescription-only medication. Must be prescribed by a veterinarian.

Directions

Dogs

For susceptible infections:

  1. For Gram + infections: 10 mg/kg PO, IM, SC twice daily for at least 2 days after symptoms subside. For Gram-infections: 20 mg/kg PO three times daily or IM, SC twice daily; for at least 2 days after symptoms subside
  2. For susceptible UTI's: 10-20 mg/kg PO q12h for 5-7 days. For susceptible systemic infections: 22-50 mg/kg PO q8h for 7 days. For susceptible orthopedic infections: 22-30 mg/kg IV, IM, SC, or PO q6-8h for 7-10 days. NOTE: Duration of treatment are general guidelines, generally treat for at least 2 days after all signs of infection are gone.
  3. For Lyme disease: 22 mg/kg PO q12h for 21-28 days

Cats

For susceptible infections:

  1. For Gram + infections: 10 mg/kg PO, IM, SC twice daily for at least 2 days after symptoms subside. For Gram-infections: 20 mg/kg PO three times daily or IM, SC twice daily; for at least 2 days after symptoms subside
  2. For susceptible UTI's and soft tissue infections 50 mg (total dose per cat) or 11-22 mg/kg PO once daily for 5-7 days. For sepsis:: 10-20 mg/kg IV, SC, or PO q12h for as long as necessary. NOTE: Duration of treatment are general guidelines, generally treat for at least 2 days after all signs of infection are gone.
  3. C. perfringens, bacterial overgrowth (GI): 22 mg/kg PO once daily for 5 days
  4. C. perfringens enterotoxicosis: 11-22 mg/kg PO bid-tid for 7 days
  5. For treating H. pylori infections using triple therapy: amoxicillin 20 mg/kg PO twice daily for 14 days; metronidazole 10-15 mg/kg PO twice daily; clarithromycin 7.5 mg/kg PO twice daily

Ferrets

  1. For eliminating Helicobacter gastritis infections: Using triple therapy: Metronidazole 22 mg/kg, amoxicillin 22 mg/kg and bismuth subsalicylate (original Pepto-Bismol) 17.6 mg/kg PO. Give each 3 times daily for 3-4 weeks.
  2. For susceptible infections: 10-35 mg/kg PO or SC twice daily

Rabbits/Rodents/Pocket Pets

  1. Hedgehogs: 15 mg/kg IM or PO q12h

Cattle

For susceptible infections:

  1. 6-10 mg/kg SC or IM q24h (Withdrawal time = 30 days)
  2. For respiratory infections: 11 mg/kg IM or SC q12h
  3. Calves: Amoxicillin trihydrate: 7 mg/kg PO q8-12h
  4. 13.2-15.4 mg/kg IM or SC once daily

Horses

For susceptible infections:

  1. For respiratory infections: 20-30 mg/kg PO q6h
  2. Amoxicillin trihydrate: 20 mg/kg q12h IM
  3. Foals: Amoxicillin Sodium: 15-30 mg/kg IV or IM q6-8h; amoxicillin trihydrate suspension: 25-40 mg/kg PO q8h; amoxicillin/clavulanate 15-25 mg/kg IV q6-8h

Birds

For susceptible infections:

  1. For most species: 150-175 mg/kg PO once to twice daily (using 50 mg/ml suspension)
  2. 100 mg/kg q8h PO
  3. 100 mg/kg q8h, IM, SC, PO
  4. Ratites: 15-22 mg/kg PO twice daily; in drinking water: 250 mg/gallon for 3-5 days

Reptiles

For susceptible infections:

  1. For all species: 22 mg/kg PO q12-24h; not very useful unless used in combination with aminoglycosides

Cautions:

Tell your veterinarian if your pet is being given another antibiotic. Also tell your veterinarian if your pet has allergies, or kidney, stomach or intestinal disease. While symptoms may subside early, use all of the prescribed medicine.

Precautions:

This antibiotic for dogs and cats should only be used in cases that are proven to be bacterial infections. It should not be used in animals that are hypersensitive to penicillin and on animals reared for meat as amoxicillin is protein binding in nature. Amoxicillin tablets are contraindicative with certain medications such as Allopurinol and Erythromycin. Capsules are slow dissolving hence it might take some time for the pet to show palpable signs of improvement.

Side Effects:

Amoxicillin capsules might set off insulin allergic reactions in some animals, which might have symptoms like rashes, fever, swelling of face or limbs, labored breathing, rapid heartbeat, and imbalance. Over dosage might result in nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain while abnormally high doses can result in acute oliguric renal failure or hematuria. Other side effects when using amoxicillin include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, which require urgent medical aid.

Storage

Should be stored at room temperature.

FAQ

Amoxicillin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. Antibiotics are drugs which kill or stop the growth of bacteria. Amoxicillin is very safe and often prescribed for infections while waiting for laboratory results.
  • Kills susceptible bacteria causing infections
  • Amoxicillin rarely produces side effects
  • Available in multiple dosage forms for ease of administration

Amoxicillin is a broad-spectrum oral antibiotic which belongs to the aminopenicillin group of antibiotics. Drops are highly palatable and easy to dispense to cats and fussy dogs; capsules and tablets can be hidden in a treat or meal. Amoxicillin may be given with food.

Amoxicillin blocks the bacteria from making a cell wall (the outer protective covering of the bacteria). As a result, the bacteria usually die.
Amoxicillin is absorbed well from the digestive system and is distributed to many body tissues, making it effective against infections in multiple organs. It is active against many different types of bacteria. It is usually given two to three times a day for a number of days. If doses are missed or the entire treatment regimen is not completed, the infection could recur or worsen. Consult your veterinarian if the animal's condition does not improve or worsens after beginning treatment with Amoxicillin.

Talk to your veterinarian about what tests and exams may be necessary while your pet is taking Amoxicillin. Also discuss how long the treatment period will be and what type of outcome is expected.

Tell your veterinarian if your pet has an allergy to penicillin, or may be pregnant or is nursing, or if you intend to breed your pet.

Notify your veterinarian of any other medications or supplements your pet is taking, and also if your pet has had any reactions to previous medications.

If you miss a dose, give it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to the regular schedule. Do not give two doses at once.
Follow your veterinarian's directions and give the full course of Amoxicillin as prescribed. Consult your veterinarian if the animal's condition does not improve or worsens after beginning treatment with Amoxicillin.

Not for use in animals hypersensitive (allergic) to penicillins or beta-lactam antibiotics such as cephalosporins.

Do NOT use amoxicillin in rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hamsters or other rodents since it will affect the normal bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract and possibly cause fatal diarrhea.

This medication should only be given to the pet for which it was prescribed.

Side effects are rare, but may include a lack of appetite, drooling, vomiting, or diarrhea. Side effects may be reduced by giving Amoxicillin with food.
If you know or suspect your pet has had an overdose, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Consult your veterinarian before using Amoxicillin with vitamins, supplements, bacteriostatic antibiotics (such as erythromycin or tetracyclines), probenecid or methotrexate since interactions may occur.

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