Enrofloxacin (Generic) Oral Antibiotic Suspension (Compounded)

How do I give Enrofloxacin Suspension?

First, READ THE LABEL CAREFULLY.

Give Enrofloxacin to your pet as directed by your veterinarian.

Give this medication to your pet for as long as prescribed by your veterinarian, even if your pet seems to be feeling better. This will help to ensure the infection is completely cleared up.

If Enrofloxacin is prescribed as a liquid, shake the medicine well, then measure the dose carefully.

Give this medication on an empty stomach, unless otherwise directed by your veterinarian.

Be sure that your pet has water to drink.

DO NOT give your pet more medicine than directed.

DO NOT give your pet medicine more often than prescribed.

Try not to miss giving any doses.

If I miss a dose, what do I do?

If you miss a dose, give it to your pet as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, then continue with the regular dosing schedule. Do not give your pet two doses at once.

How do I store Enrofloxacin Suspension?

Keep this medicine out of reach of children.

Store this medicine at room temperature in a dry, cool place. Keep this medicine away from heat and direct sunlight.

Do not store this medicine in damp places, in the bathroom, or near the kitchen sink. This medication can break down when exposed to moisture or heat.

What are the potential side effects of Enrofloxacin Suspension?

Enrofloxacin may cause vomiting and your pet may lose its appetite. If these symptoms persist and appear troublesome, contact your veterinarian.

Other less common side effects of this medicine include stomach upset and excessive thirst.

This medication should not be given to young animals because it may damage cartilage.

What about possible drug interactions?

Be sure to tell your veterinarian about any other medications you are giving to your pet.

It’s not uncommon for your veterinarian to prescribe two different medications, which may cause a drug interaction to occur. If this happens, your veterinarian may change the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely.

Enrofloxacin may interact with the following drugs: antacids, sucralfate, nitrofurantoin, cyclosporine, theophylline, and probenecid.

Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.

Beyond Use Date:

It is recommended that Enrofloxacin suspension be used within 3 months.  Due to the shelf life of this product, please limit orders to an 80 day supply.

Enrofloxacin Compounded Suspension

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Enrofloxacin Compounded Suspension?

Enrofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. This medication has been prescribed for your pet to treat a bacterial infection. It may be prescribed to treat urinary tract, skin or respiratory tract infections.

How do I give Enrofloxacin Compounded Suspension?

"Give this medication for as long as prescribed by your veterinarian, even if it appears the pet is feeling better."

• Give this medication to your pet as directed by your veterinarian. READ THE LABEL CAREFULLY.
• If using the liquid form of this medication, shake well before measuring the dose and measure the dose with reasonable care.
• Give this medication on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal, unless otherwise directed by your veterinarian. If vomiting occurs, this medication may be given with food.
• Antacids, iron supplements, dairy or calcium products should be given at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after enrofloxacin.
• Ensure there is water available for your pet to drink.
• Give this medication for as long as prescribed by your veterinarian, even if it appears the pet is feeling better. This will help to ensure the infection is completely cleared up.
• DO NOT give the pet 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 the pet two doses at once.

How do I store Enrofloxacin Compounded Suspension?

• 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 other damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.

What are the potential side effects?

"This medication should not be administered to young dogs since it may damage cartilage."

• Enrofloxacin may cause vomiting and your pet may lose its appetite. If these symptoms persist and appear troublesome, contact your veterinarian.
• This medication should not be administered to young dogs since it may damage cartilage.
• A dose greater than 5 mg/kg per day in cats may cause damage to the eyes. Notify your veterinarian immediately if your cat's pupils are dilated, since this may be an early indicator of toxicity.
• Other less common side effects include stomach upset and excessive thirst.
• 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 or supplements you are giving your pet.
• 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 enrofloxacin: antacids, sucralfate, nitrofurantoin, cyclsporine, theophylline, and probenecid.
• Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.

Enrofloxacin (Generic) Antibiotic Compounded Oral Suspension for Pets (Rx)

Trade Names:

Baytril® (enrofloxacin) Antibacterial Tablets

Baytril® (enrofloxacin) Antibacterial Taste Tabs®

Enrofloxacin Compounded Suspension

General Description:

What is Enrofloxacin Compounded Suspension?

• Enrofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic
• Given by mouth

Reasons for prescribing:

• Often used in: bladder, ear, respiratory, skin and soft tissue infections
• Effective against many bacteria types with fewer side effects than aminoglycoside type of antibiotics

What dogs/cats should not take Enrofloxacin Compounded Suspension?

• Young, growing animals due to potential for cartilage abnormalities
• Use with caution in animals with liver or kidney conditions, or those suffering dehydration
• Should not be used at high doses in cats (may cause blindness)
• Breeding, pregnant or nursing animals
• Pets who have a history of seizures or other central nervous system disorders
• Pets known to have had an allergic reaction to other quinolones and/or sulfonamides

Directions:

Enrofloxacin tablets are enteric coated to hide the natural bitter taste. Hiding crushed tablets in the pet's food will likely not be effective. Flavored tabs are available as a more palatable alternative. After administration, watch the pet closely to ensure the entire dose was consumed.

Give on an empty stomach.

Give enrofloxacin 2 hours before or after any iron, dairy or calcium products.

Ensure there is water available for your pet to drink.

Give medication as directed by your veterinarian. This medication is usually given one or two times daily.

Read and follow the label carefully.

Give the exact amount prescribed and only as often as directed. Missed doses reduce the effectiveness of therapy. Finish the entire course of treatment.

Ideally, give the medication at the same time daily.

What if dose is missed?

If a dose is missed, give it as soon as you can. If it is time already for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to the normal schedule. Do not give two doses at the same time.

What to tell/ask veterinarian before giving mEnrofloxacin Compounded Suspension?

Talk to your veterinarian about:

• When will your pet need to be rechecked
• What tests may need to be performed prior to and during treatment with this drug
• Risks and benefits of using this drug

Tell your veterinarian about:

• If your pet has experienced side-effects on other drugs/products
• If your pet has experienced digestive upset now or ever
• If your pet has experienced liver or kidney disease now or ever
• If your pet has experienced any other medical problems or allergies now or ever
• All medicines and supplements that you are giving your pet or plan to give your pet, including those you can get without a prescription. Your veterinarian may want to check that all of your pet's medicines can be given together.
• If your pet is pregnant or nursing or if you plan to breed your pet

Storage and Warnings:

Store tablets in a tight, light resistant, childproof container in a cool, dry place at room temperature away from heat and direct sunlight.

People should not take this drug. Keep this and all medication out of reach of children and pets. Call your physician immediately if you accidentally take this product.

Pet owners who are allergic to quinolones (such as ciprofloxacin or norfloxacin) should avoid handling this drug.

Potential side effects:

• Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea (dogs/cats on high doses)
• Excessive thirst, decrease in appetite
• Damage to joint cartilage in dogs <8 months of age
• Urine crystals in dehydrated pets
• May worsen existing obsessive behaviors
• Rare incidences of dizziness, seizures, depression, lethargy and nervousness
• Rare incidences in cats of vocalizing, aggression and dilated pupils
• If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian

Can Enrofloxacin Compounded Suspension be given with other drugs?

• Yes, but possible interactions may occur with aminoglycosides, antacids, 3rd generation cephalosporins, clindamycin, nitrofurantoin, oral cyclosporine, probenecid, sucralfate, theophylline and medications containing aluminum, calcium, iron and magnesium.
• If your pet experiences any unusual reactions when taking multiple medications, contact your veterinarian

Overdosing?

Contact your veterinarian immediately if pet eats more than the prescribed amount.

What else should I know?

Notify your veterinarian if your animal's condition does not improve or worsens despite this treatment.

As with all prescribed medicines, enrofloxacin should only be given to the dog/cat for which it was prescribed. It should be given only for the condition for which it was prescribed.