Cephavet – Antibiotic for Superficial and Deep Infections in Dogs and Cats

Description

Cephavet – Antibiotic for Superficial and Deep Infections in Dogs and Cats

Full Description: Cephavet is an antibiotic containing Cephalexin, designed to treat various bacterial infections in dogs and cats. It is indicated for managing superficial or deep pyoderma, urinary tract infections, pyometra, and infectious otitis in dogs, while in cats, it is useful for treating soft tissue infections and systemic infections. The formulation comes in both tablet and oral suspension forms, providing flexibility in administration and dosage.

Features:

• Effective Antibiotic: Targets a wide range of bacterial infections, including those affecting the skin, urinary tract, and ears.
• Suitable for Dogs and Cats: Can be used to treat infections in both species, with specific dosages for each.
• Available in Tablet and Oral Suspension Forms: Offers convenient options for administration based on pet preference and needs.

Indications: Cephavet is recommended for:

• Superficial or Deep Pyoderma: Effective in treating skin infections in dogs.
• Urinary Tract Infections: Helps manage UTIs in dogs.
• Pyometra: Can be used for treating pyometra in dogs.
• Infectious Otitis: Treats ear infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
• Soft Tissue Infections: Useful for managing infections in cats.
• Systemic Infections: Effective for treating a range of systemic infections in cats.

Composition: Cephavet contains Cephalexin, a broad-spectrum antibiotic:

• Tablets: Available in 300 mg and 600 mg doses.
• Oral Suspension: Contains 250 mg/ml of Cephalexin.

Role of Key Ingredient:

• Cephalexin: A cephalosporin antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to bacterial cell death. It is effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

Dosage: The recommended dosage for Cephavet varies depending on the species and size of the pet:

For Tablets:

• Dogs: 15 mg/kg twice daily (b.d.) or 30 mg/kg once daily (o.d.).
• Cats: 15 mg/kg twice daily.

For Oral Suspension:

• Dogs: 1.5 ml/5 kg twice daily [15 mg/kg b.d.].
• Cats: 1 ml/2.5 kg twice daily [20 mg/kg b.d.].

Presentation: Cephavet is available in a variety of pack sizes to suit different needs:

• Tablets: Strip of 10 tablets.
• Oral Suspension: Bottle of 60 ml.