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50852
Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet Rx
By Dechra Pharmaceuticals
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Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet Description
Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium Tablet is an oral formula containing clavulanate potassium clavulanic acid potassium salt), a ß-lactamase inhibitor, and amoxicillin trihydrate, a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It is effective in treating infections that are caused by susceptible bacteria. It may be prescribed for dogs and cats with skin and soft tissue infections or periodontal disease.
What is Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet?
It is a medication for dogs and cats that combines the broad spectrum antibiotic activity of amoxicillin which is effective against many gram-positive and gram-negative aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, such as those that cause soft tissue and skin infections in cats and dogs, urinary tract and infections and periodontal disease in dogs.
Which animals/pets is Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet for?
For use in cats and dogs.
Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet uses
Features of Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium Tablet:
- Acts against many gram-negative and gram-positive anaerobic and aerobic microorganisms for as long as 30 days.
- Considered a safe way to treat your pet for harmful bacteria.
- Treats urinary tract infections.
- Clinically effective in treatment of canine periodontal disease.
- Treats soft wound and skin infections like dermatitis, cellulitis, accesses, and wounds.
What does Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet do?
Clavulanate and Amoxicillin, the two primary ingredients, both provide broad-spectrum antibiotic properties, working in tandem to provide additional benefits. Clavulanate weakens some Amoxicillin-resistant bacteria, causing them to become susceptible to it. Amoxicillin stops the bacteria from forming a cell wall.
Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet side effects
This medication is thought to be safe to use cautiously during pregnancy.
The following signs of gastrointestinal upset may occur, but could be reduced when administered with food:
The following signs of gastrointestinal upset may occur, but could be reduced when administered with food:
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Decreased appetite
- Nausea
- Facial swelling
- Puffiness
- Scratching
- Hives
- Fever
- Rash
- Irregular breathing
- Any other unusual effects
Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet ingredients
Clavulanic Acid and Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet overdose: What to do?
Contact your closet emergency pet hospital
What to know before using Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet
- Safety has not been proven in breeding or pregnant animals.
- Animals who have a history of penicillin or cephalosporin allergies should not receive this medication. In the case of an allergic reaction, steroids and/or epinephrine should be administered.
How is Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet sold?
Sold by the tablet in strengths of 62.5 mg, 125 mg, 250 mg and 375 mg
Manufacturer
Dechra
Tips for using Clavacillin (Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Clavulanate Potassium) Tablet
Follow your veterinarian's instructions for administering. This medication should not be used for over 30 days.
Overview
Use as directed by your veterinarian.
Dogs: The recommended dosage is 6.25 mg/lb (1 mL/10 lb) of body weight twice a day. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses, cellulitis, wounds, superficial/juvenile pyoderma, and periodontal infections should be treated for 5-7 days or for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no response is seen after 5 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated. Deep pyoderma may require treatment for 21 days; the maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.
Cats: The recommended dosage is 62.5 mg (1 mL) twice a day. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses and cellulitis/dermatitis should be treated for 5-7 days or 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided, not to exceed 30 days. If no response is seen after 3 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated. Urinary tract infections may require treatment for 10-14 days or longer. The maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.
Main Ingredients
Each 62.5-mg tablet contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 50 mg of amoxicillin activity and 12.5 mg of clavulanic acid as the potassium salt. For use in dogs and cats.
Each 125-mg tablet contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 100 mg of amoxicillin activity and 25 mg of clavulanic acid as the potassium salt. For use in dogs only.
Each 250-mg tablet contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 200 mg of amoxicillin activity and 50 mg of clavulanic acid as the potassium salt. For use in dogs only.
Each 375-mg tablet contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 300 mg of amoxicillin activity and 75 mg of clavulanic acid as the potassium salt. For use in dogs only.