Noroclav vet.
Active substance
ATC code
Species
Dogs and cats.
Indications
Treatment of the following infections caused by βlactamase producing strains of bacteria sensitive to amoxicillin in combination with clavulanic acid:
• Skin infections (including superficial and deep pyodermas) caused by susceptible Staphylococci.
• Urinary tract infections caused by susceptible Staphylococci or Escherichia coli.
• Respiratory infections caused by susceptible Staphylococci.
• Enteritis caused by susceptible Escherichia coli.
It is recommended to carry out suitable tests for sensitivity testing when initiating the treatment. The treatment should only proceed if sensitivity is proven to the combination.
Dose to be administered and administration route
Administration is via the oral route. The dosage rate is 12.5 mg combined actives/kg bodyweight twice daily. The tablets may be crushed and added to a little food.
The following table is intended as a guide to dispensing the product at the standard dose rate of 12.5 mg of combined actives per kg twice daily.
Bodyweight |
Number of tablets twice daily |
1-2 |
½ |
3-4 |
1 |
5-6 |
1.5 |
7-8 |
2 |
9-10 |
2.5 |
11-12 |
3 |
13-14 |
3.5 |
15-16 |
4 |
17-18 |
4.5 |
Duration of therapy
Acute cases: 5 to 7 days of treatment.
If no improvement is observed after 5 to 7 days, the diagnosis should be re-assessed.
Chronic or refractory cases: In these cases where there is considerable tissue damage, a longer course of therapy may be required so that it allows sufficient time for damaged tissue to repair.
If no improvement is observed after two weeks, the diagnosis should be re-assessed.
Adverse reactions
Hypersensitivity reactions unrelated to dose can occur with these agents.
Gastrointestinal symptoms (diarrhoea, vomiting) may occur after administration of the product.
Allergic reactions (e.g. skin reactions, anaphylaxia) may occasionally occur.
In case of occurrence of allergic reaction, the treatment should be withdrawn.
References
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