Why has my veterinarian prescribed Orbifloxacin for my dog?
Orbifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. This medication has been prescribed for your dog to treat a bacterial infection.
How do I give Orbifloxacin to my dog?
- Give this medication to your dog as directed by your veterinarian. READ THE LABEL CAREFULLY.
- 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 all 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.
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 Orbifloxacin?
- 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 damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.
What are the potential side effects?
- Orbifloxacin may cause vomiting, diarrhea and a loss of appetite. If these symptoms persist and appear troublesome, contact your veterinarian.
- Orbifloxacin should not be administered to dogs during the rapid growth phase (between 2 written numbers here? to 8 months in small and medium sized breeds, and up to 18 months in large and giant breeds).
- 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 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 orbifloxacin: antacids, sucralfate, theophylline, probenecid, aminoglycosides, third generation cephalosporins, extended-spectrum penicillin, clindamycin, nitrofurantoin and cyclosporin.
- 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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