Antirobe Aquadrop
Generic Name
Clindamycin
Indications/Uses
Antirobe Aquadrop is the most commonly prescribed treatment for various bacterial infections in pets. The oral antibiotic is mainly used for curing skin, dental and bone infections. Apart from these, the medicine is also found effective in the management of abscesses, bite wounds and respiratory infections in cats as well as dogs. Antirobe Aquadrop is available by prescription in oral dose solution. When administered, antirobe works with white blood cells in the body of the animal and facilitates quick and effective relief from the infection. Clindamycin, which is the active ingredient present in the medicine exhibits antibiotic functions against almost all kinds of susceptible bacterial organism. This is also an effective remedy to treat specific pus-filled, infection-causing wounds in pets.
Precautions
The drug should not be given to animals that are prone to hypersensitivity caused by lincomycin, and in dogs and cats with kidney or liver troubles. Care must be taken while providing the medication to breeding animals. While on medication, there is a possibility for certain animals to develop kidney or liver dysfunctions; conducting periodic tests is important to check for abnormalities. Strictly follow the instructions of the veterinarian in case the medication has to be continued for a prolonged period.
Side Effects
Antirobe Aquadrop is an antibiotic and it can produce side effects that any other antibiotic would, like loss of appetite, vomiting, anorexia, diarrhea etc.
Dosage Information
Though the medicine is approved for use in dogs alone, the same is widely being used on cats as well by veterinarians. However, the usual prescribed dosage for dogs is 2.5-5mg/pound once in every 12 hours, and for cats, a slightly higher proportion is administered; 5-10mg/pounds once daily. The medication could be given with or without food, or as prescribed by the veterinarian.
Brand Names
Antirobe (Pharmacia and Upjohn), Antirobe Aquadrops (Pharmacia and Upjohn), Cleocin (Pharmacia)