Baytril (Enrofloxacin)

Enrofloxacin is a quinolone antibiotic used for the treatment of bacterial infections of the urinary tract, skin, prostate, GI tract, liver and lungs due to susceptible organisms. Baytril Otic is used to treat ear infections caused by susceptible organisms.

Directions

The usual oral dose of enrofloxacin in dogs is 2.27-9mg/pound every 24 hours. The usual oral dose in cats is 2.27mg/pound every 24 hours. For dogs and cats, these doses can be divided in 2 and given every 12 hours. Do not crush the regular tablet because of its extremely bitter taste, taste tabs can be swallowed or chewed.

Ingredients

Enrofloxacin (en-row-flox'-a-sin)

Cautions

Do not use this medication in animals that are allergic to it or other quinolone antibiotics. Do not exceed the maximum dose of 2.27mg/pound per day in cats because of an increased risk of altered vision or blindness. Do not use in young, growing animals or give to pregnant or nursing animals because of the possibility of problems in bone or joint development. Give this medication on an empty stomach, 1 hour before or 2 hours after food. Give with plenty of water to maintain hydration. Do not give within 2 hours of antacids or sucralfate. Do not give with vitamin/mineral products. Enrofloxacin may increase blood levels of theophylline, phenytoin, warfarin and probenecid. Always tell your veterinarian and pharmacist what other medications your pet is taking. Use caution when using the ear drops in animals with ruptured ear drums.