Why has my veterinarian prescribed Enrofloxacin for my dog?
Enrofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. This medication has been prescribed for your dog to treat a bacterial infection. It may be prescribed to treat urinary tract, skin or respiratory tract infections.
How do I give Enrofloxacin to my dog ?
- Give this medication to your dog as directed by your veterinarian. READ THE LABEL CAREFULLY.
- If using the liquid form of this medication, shake well before measuring the dose and measure the dose with reasonable care.
- Give this medication on an empty stomach, unless otherwise directed by your veterinarian.
- Ensure there is water available for your dog to drink.
- Give this medication for as long as prescribed by your veterinarian, even if it appears your dog is feeling better. This will help to ensure the infection is completely cleared up.
- DO NOT give your dog more medicine than directed.
- DO NOT give the medicine more often than directed.
- Try not to miss giving any doses.
- Give this medication one hour before or two hours after any iron, dairy or calcium products, since these medications may inactivate the enrofloxacin.
What if I miss giving a dose?
Give the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give your dog two doses at once.
How do I store Enrofloxacin?
- Keep this medicine out of reach of children.
- Store capsules and tablets in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight.
- Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in other damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.
What are the potential side effects?
- Enrofloxacin may cause vomiting and your dog may lose its appetite. If these symptoms persist and appear troublesome, contact your veterinarian.
- This medication should not be administered to young animals since it may damage cartilage.
- Other less common side effects include stomach upset and excessive thirst.
- Other side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian.
Are there any possible drug interactions?
- Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication or supplements you are giving your dog.
- Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, even if a drug interaction may occur. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely.
- The following drugs can potentially interact with enrofloxacin: antacids, sucralfate, nitrofurantoin, cyclsporine, theophylline, and probenecid.
- Contact your veterinarian if your dog experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.
REMEMBER! READ THE LABEL.
Based on material written by Rita Ozolins, B.Sc., Phm. and modified with permission from Lifelearn Inc.
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