AdministratorWhat does SIMPLICEF do for a dog?
Simplicef® is an antibiotic used for the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) in dogs.
What is SIMPLICEF 200 mg used for in dogs?
SIMPLICEF tablets are indicated for the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) in dogs caused by susceptible strains of Staphylococcus pseudintermedius, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus canis (group G, β hemolytic), Escherichia coli, Pasteurella multocida, and Proteus mirabilis.
What is SIMPLICEF used for in humans?
The Food and Drug Administration approved using an antibiotic originally designed for humans to help treat skin infections suffered by dogs. Simplicef was developed by Pharmacia & Upjohn Co., a division of Pfizer.
What bacteria does SIMPLICEF treat?
Simplicef is used to treat skin infections caused by susceptible strains of bacteria such as Staphylococcus intermedius, Proteus mirabilis, Pasteurella multocida, and E. coli.
How quickly does SIMPLICEF work?
This medication should start having effects within 1 to 2 hours; however, you may not see the effects of this medication outwardly. Your animal should begin feeling better within 1 to 2 days.
What are the side effects of SIMPLICEF in dogs?
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: Stop giving Simplicef and seek emergency veterinary medical care in the event of an allergic reaction shortness of breath hives swelling of the lips, tongue, or face rash or fainting, severe nausea, vomiting or diarrhea, mucus or blood in the stool, and unusual bleeding or bruising.
How long can a dog take SIMPLICEF?
Duration: SIMPLICEF tablets should be administered once daily for 5-7 days or for 2-3 days beyond the cessa tion of clinical signs, up to a maximum of 28 days.
Can SIMPLICEF be used for UTI in dogs?
Simplicef is commonly used for infections in dogs, specifically for skin and urinary infections. Simplicef may also be prescribed for certain tyes of skin infections in cats.
Is SIMPLICEF used for UTI in dogs?
Does my dog have a skin infection?
Symptoms of Skin Infection in Dogs Commonly seen symptoms are itchiness, hair loss, and generalized discomfort. Skin flaking and crusting can also be seen in some cases of skin infection. Generalized redness, erythema, and skin inflammation can also be observed in dogs with skin infections.
What are the side effects of Simplicef in dogs?
Is Simplicef used for UTI in dogs?
What is the difference between Simplicef 100mg and 200mg?
SIMPLICEF is available as: 100 mg Tablet,each reddish-orange, elliptical, scored tablet contains cefpodoxime proxetil equivalent to 100 mg of cefpodoxime. 200 mg Tablet,each light orange, round rectangle, scored tablet contains cefpodoxime proxetil equivalent to 200 mg of cefpodoxime. INDICATION
What is Simplicef used to treat?
This is a cephalosporin antibiotic that works to treat skin, urinary tract, bone, and respiratory tract infections plus other susceptible infections. What are the benefits of Simplicef?
What is the recommended dosage for Simplicef tablets?
Dosage: The recommended dosage for SIMPLICEF tablets is 5 mg/kg body weight (BW), administered orally, once a day and may be given with or without food. This dose can safely be increased to 10 mg/kg. However, this dosage level has not been evaluated to confirm an improvement in clinical resolution, in comparison with the 5 mg/kg dose.
How many mg of Cefpodoxime is in Simplicef?
PRESENTATION: Each color-coded SIMPLICEF tablet contains 200 mg cefpodoxime (as cefpodoxime equivalent). Each tablet is light orange, oblong, scored and debossed with 5229. The tablets are packaged in 100 and 250 count bottles. Not all pack sizes may be marketed.