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Enrofloxacin
(Baytril®)
Common
Drug Name:
Enrofloxacin
Common
Brand Names:
Baytril®
No
generic products are available.
Storage:
Store in a
tight, light resistant, childproof container between 40-86°F.
Uses:
Enrofloxacin is an antibiotic of the quinolone class. Dogs and Cats: It is used
in the treatment of susceptible bacterial infections. Ferrets, Rabbits,
Hedgehogs, Chinchillas, Hamsters, Gerbils, Guinea Pigs, Mice, Rats: Enrofloxacin
may be used to treat bacteria and mycoplasma infections. Reptiles: Injectable
enrofloxacin may be used to treat bacterial infections, especially of the
respiratory system.
Dose and
Administration:
Always
follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have
difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. Dogs: The
nonchewable tablet may be placed in food or given by hand (“pilled”). Cats: The
tablet should be given by hand. The tablet is bitter and may cause your pet to
salivate or refuse treatment. Do not crush the tablet. Monitor after giving the
medication orally to be sure all of it was consumed. Use all of the medication
prescribed. If the entire course of treatment is not given, the infection may
recur or worsen. 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 2 doses at once. This medication should only be
given to the pet for whom it was prescribed.
Possible
Side Effects:
May see
lack of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, dilated pupils (in cats), and seizures in
animals with central nervous system (CNS) disorders, such as epilepsy. May also
see depression, dizziness, nervousness, or other behavior changes. If you
observe any of these signs, contact your veterinarian. If your pet experiences
an allergic reaction to the medication, signs may include facial swelling,
hives, scratching, sudden onset of diarrhea, vomiting, shock, seizures, pale
gums, cold limbs, or coma. If you observe any of these signs, contact your
veterinarian immediately.
Precautions:
Do not use
in animals hypersensitive (allergic) to it or other quinolone antibiotics and/or
sulfonamides. Cats: Use with caution. Do not exceed 2.2 mg/pound per day. Higher
doses can result in altered vision or blindness.
The safe
use of enrofloxacin in breeding animals or pregnant or lactating animals (female
animals nursing their young) has not been evaluated.
May cause
problems in the development of bones/joints of young growing animals, including
large breeds of dogs under 24 months. Only use in growing animals, if under the
supervision of a veterinarian. Do not use in animals with central nervous system
(CNS) disorders, such as epilepsy, as it could possibly cause seizures. Use with
caution in pets with liver or kidney disease. In pets taking enrofloxacin,
dehydration increases the risk of seizures and crystals developing in the urine.
Make sure your pet has access to clean drinking water while taking this
medication. Enrofloxacin causes hallucinations in people, and may worsen signs
in animals with obsessive behaviors. People with hypersensitivities (allergies)
to quinolone antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin or norfloxacin, should not
handle the medication, since a photosensitivity reaction could occur just from
contact. Contact your veterinarian regarding physical examinations and
laboratory testing necessary prior to and during treatment with enrofloxacin.
Drug,
Food, and Test Interactions:
Consult
your veterinarian before using enrofloxacin with vitamins and supplements,
probenecid, oral cyclosporine, since interactions may occur. Do not use within 2
hours of giving antacids, sucralfate, or iron, aluminum, calcium, or dairy
products, as absorption will be decreased. May cause increased theophylline
blood levels.
Signs
of Toxicity/Overdose:
May see
lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea, dizziness, dilated pupils or blindness
(in cats), seizures in animals with central nervous system (CNS) disorders, such
as epilepsy. If you know or suspect your pet has had an overdose, or if you
observe any of these signs in your pet, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Keep this
and all other medications out of the reach of children and pets.
** This information may not cover all possible uses,
directions, side effects, precautions, allergic reactions, drug interactions, or
withdrawal times. Always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice
concerning the treatment of your pet.
If you have questions about this
medication, please call our Pharmacy at (877) 815-6337 for a consultation
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