Clindamycin Oral Liquid Antibiotic is an antibiotic used to treat soft tissue infections, dental infections, and bone infections caused by susceptible strains of bacteria. Clindamycin Oral Liquid Antibiotic requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
For: Cats and Dogs
Benefits:
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Effectively remedies bacterial infections
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Treats soft tissue infections
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Treats bone and dental infections
How it works: Clindamycin Oral Liquid Antibiotic fights various kinds of bacterial infections. It’s an antibiotic, administered in liquid form, which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
Cautions: Antibiotics can cause diarrhea. If the diarrhea is watery or has blood in it, call your veterinarian. Do not use any medication to stop the diarrhea unless instructed by your veterinarian.
More Information:
Brand Name Antirobe (Pharmacia and Upjohn), Antirobe Aquadrops (Pharmacia and Upjohn), Cleocin (Pharmacia)
Generic Name Clindamycin
What is the most important information I should know about Clindamycin: Do not use this medication if your pet is allergic to clindamycin or lincomycin (Bactramycin, L-Mycin, Lincocin). Do not give clindamycin together with erythromycin (E-Mycin, E.E.S., Ery-Tab, and others). Tell your veterinarian if your pet has kidney disease, liver disease, colitis, asthma, eczema, or allergic skin reaction. Give this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your veterinarian. Symptoms may get better before the infection is fully treated. Antibiotics can cause diarrhea. If the diarrhea is watery or has blood in it, call your veterinarian. Do not use any medication to stop the diarrhea unless your veterinarian has told you to do so. Periodic blood testing will be necessary. Kidney and liver function may also need to be tested. Prior to any surgery on the pet, let the veterinarian know if the pet is still taking clindamycin. Clindamycin is FDA-approved for use in dogs only; however, it is a commonly accepted practice for veterinarians to use clindamycin in cats. Clindamycin is a prescription medication available as 25mg and 150mg capsules and 25mg/ml liquid drops.
What is Clindamycin: Clindamycin is an antibiotic that fights bacterial infections in the body. It is used to treat serious infections. Clindamycin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this guide.
What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Clindamycin to my pet: Do not use this medication if your pet isallergic to clindamycin or lincomycin (Bactramycin, L-Mycin, Lincocin). Do not give clindamycin together with erythromycin (E-Mycin, E.E.S., Ery-Tab, and others). Tell your veterinarian if your pet has kidney disease, liver disease, colitis, asthma, eczema, or allergic skin reaction. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant or lactating.
How should this medication be given: Give this medication exactly as prescribed by your veterinarian. Do not give in larger amounts, or give for longer than recommended by your veterinarian. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Allow plenty of water for your pet to drink. Give this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your veterinarian. Symptoms may get better before the infection is fully treated. Periodic blood testing will be necessary. Kidney and liver function may also need to be tested. Prior to any surgery on your pet, let your veterinarian know if your pet is still taking clindamycin. Store clindamycin at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss giving a dose: Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and give the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not give a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose the pet: Seek emergency veterinary medical attention if you think you have given your pet too much of this medication. Symptoms of clindamycin overdose may include vomiting, loss of appetite, weight loss, depression, behavior changes, or seizure.
What should I avoid while giving Clindamycin to my pet: Antibiotics can cause diarrhea. If the diarrhea is watery or has blood in it, call your veterinarian. Do not use any medication to stop the diarrhea unless your veterinarian has told you to do so.
What are the possible side effects of Clindamycin: If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving clindamycin and seek emergency veterinary medical help: an allergic reaction (hives; difficulty breathing; or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat). Stop the medication and talk to your veterinarian if any of these side effects occur: diarrhea that is watery or bloody; fever; chills; body aches; nausea; stomach pain; loss of appetite; dark urine; jaundice; urinating less than usual or not at all; fever; headache; or blistering, or peeling of the skin. Side effects other than those listed in this guide may occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that is unusual or especially bothersome to your pet.
What other drugs will affect Clindamycin: There may be other drugs that can affect clindamycin. Tell your veterinarian about all prescription and over-the-counter medications you give your pet including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.
Where can I get more information: Your pharmacist has information written for health professionals that you can read.
Directions:
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Clindamycin Oral Liquid Antibiotic is a prescription antibiotic and is used in the treatment of serious infections such as soft tissue infections, dental infections, and bone infections.
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Give this medication the entire length of time prescribed by your veterinarian. Symptoms may get better before the infection is fully treated.
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The concentration of Clindamycin Oral Liquid Antibiotic is 25mg/ ml.
Tip: Antibiotics can cause diarrhea. If the diarrhea is watery or has blood in it, call your veterinarian. Do not use any medication to stop the diarrhea unless your veterinarian has told you to do so.
Dosage:
Pet
Weight
Dosage
Dogs:
All weights
Give 1 to 6 ml for each 10 lbs of pet’s body weight, every 12 hours
Cats:
All weights
Give 1 to 3 ml for each 5 lbs of pet’s body weight once, every 24 hours
Horses:
Storage: Clindamycin Oral Liquid Antibiotic should be stored at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Clindamycin Antibiotic Drops:
Ingredients (per mL)
Amount
Clindamycin Hydrochloride liquid
25mg/ml
Ethyl Alcohol
8.64%
Clindamycin Antibiotic Drops
4.2
5
10
10
I need help!!!
My 16 year old Bengal cat, Mr. Jinx has just been.diagnosed with high creatinine. My vet put him on this antibiotic for 10 days! I am not reading anything about renal disease helped by clindamycin. Any info that would help, would be appreciated!!
03/29/2011
life saving med.
Zoey is a beautiful blk oriental...she began loosing weight... her mouth swelled..the vet said she could see what appeared to be a tumor..drooling w a lump under her mouth... I don't give up easy on my cats..so she prescribed Clavomox.. What a horrible med that was for Zoey...she was sick from it and wouldn't eat and just lay...in her bed..not moving..I was sure this was the end for my baby...I began giving her fluids because she wouldn't eat or drink... Ea day I feared opening up her room..where she had space from my other cats..eating her food... One morning..while still on Clavomox... I couldn't believe my eyes... it looked like a CSI crime scene...blood everywhere..from her nose and mouth.. her water was pure blood...That is when I said..no more of that Clavomox... I decided to look up 1800pet meds...and her aiment and what they suggest... Which was Clindamycen drops.. I had nothing to loose at this point.. even though the vet couldn't believe it was Clavomox...I convinced her to give me clindamycin... and refused to use the other again...She gave in...& within two days.. Zoey began to raise from the dead...this is not joke.. I can't believe she survived the blood incident..she began to drink...eat a little... another problem I had is she is diabetic... I couldn't give her shots if she didn't eat.. It was like nothing ever happened to her... I still can't believe it...I thank clindamycin and all the people who wrote comments which made me insist on trying this...She does still have flare ups... about every 10 to 14 days...that is because her case was so bad and had gone on to long... When she stops eating and drinking I go right back to the drops and fluids... within 48 hrs... she is once again...drinking and eating on her own...I love this med...she never got sick from it either...she has a sensitive stomach...I give her stomach pills for cats ...like us humans use for acid problems.. I can't say enough wonderful things about this med... She just had her 14th birthday at Christmas... and hears hoping for many more...
01/06/2013
Good Choice by my vet.
My 16 yr. old Daschand was very weak, sleeping all the time, I thought it was old age, took her to our vet, and he said my dog had an infection in the gums and prescribed Clindamycin Drops, Today is her 6th day of these drops and starting today she has come up so alive and barking and eating twice a day all her food and following me all around the house all day long, which is so exciting for me because I can tell that she feels alot better.
03/22/2011
A miracle product to treat my cat with a limp tail
In December 2010, I noticed that my young (10 mos) foster cat's tail was completely limp, flacid, with no movement or feeling. I thought he may have broken it while playing with another cat. However, within another week, his back legs had begun to deterioriate, he was having trouble walking and within a couple of days he had more trouble walking, so much so that we confined him to the bathroom so he could eat and make it to the litterbox. Our normal vet took an xray and there was no sign of a break. We had discussed amputating the tail until his legs began showing symptoms as well. I took him to see a wonderful specialty vet who was also a neurologist and he recommended that he take this - 1mm, 2 times a day to treat a possible case of toxoplasmosis. He said that if this was the cause, in 7-10 days he should show some sign of improvement. To my husband and I's total surprise, he did improve. This has been a month and a half ago and since that time, his legs have completely regained their function and his tail has partially regained function. If your cat has these symptoms, I *HIGHLY* recommend you ask your vet about this protocol. I thought this wonderful cat's outlook was very bleak. I would also mention that this particular cat has had health problems his whole life, including sinus, respiratory problems and has received a wide array of medication. The specialist thinks that the toxoplasmosis is probably a separate issue, but perhaps affected by some related illness.
02/13/2011
helps my 16yr old
when ever i see my kitty loosing weight, her fur a little thinner and not as spry as normally I give her a few doses of this medicine, feed her a little more and she will feel and look better
03/07/2010
Your veterinarian will need to be contacted in order to switch the capsules to the liquid. We carry generic clindamycin 150mg and brand name Antirobe 75mg (clindamycin 75mg). A generic for the Antirobe 75mg capsules exists, however, we do not stock that item.
I DO NOT want to administer any meds., or use any products on my pets which are produced in China. You are out of stock on the Antirobe, but I have no real info. on your generic offering.
I tried pill form before and found it difficult, but administering liquid to my cat is worse. Either way it takes two people, but I was able to get the pill in his mouth.
Clindamycin Drops contains 25mg in each ml. Clindamycin tablets are available in a 25mg strength. I know of no reason why the 25mg tablet cannot be used instead of 25mg/ml liquid.
This information sheet is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. The information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, allergic reactions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for your pet. It is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, and it does not replace the need for services provided by your veterinarian. Note: Any trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
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