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Very possibly. Cephalexin is not FDA approved for canines, but is often given as an "extra-label" med. Typical dosing is 10-15 mg/lb, tid or bid (2 or three times a day). Be advised this is a prescription medication.
Note that this med occassionally causes an allergic reaction which can be fatal in extreme cases. Also, not having the bacteria cultured means that this may not be the best antibiotic for this purpose -- you can't tell for sure without the culture.
Were it my pet I'd contact my vet and at least discuss it with them.
also it can be found in some toxic materials so make shure to take your dog to a vet and ask them first
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What antibiotic is used for pyometra?
cephalexin
What is most common cause of pyometra?
Pyometra is an infection caused by bacteria ascending from an animals vagina into the uterus during a heat cycle. It is more common in older dogs/cats, but can happen to any mammal. The only way to prevent, and best way to treat pyometra is by having the animal spayed. See this article for more information: http://factoidz.com/what-is-canine-pyometra/
My Cocker spaniel has a green mucus discharge from vagina what can that be?
You should have your dog examined by your veterinarian, it may be Vaginitis or Pyometra. Pyometra is the more serious of the two. It's a bacterial infection in the uterus of dogs. It is frequently life threatening, and requires prompt treatment.
Does penicillan cure lyme disease in dogs?
Does penicillan cure lyme disease in dogs?
How long do dogs live if they are not spayed?
Unspayed dogs have a greater chance of getting breast cancer and uterus problems such as pyometra (infection in the uterus). Because of these problems statistics show that generally spayed dogs live longer than unspayed dogs.
Why does a female dog die if it is not spade?
some female dogs that are not spayed may develop Pyometra which is an infection of the uterus. There is 'internal' Pyometra and 'external' Pyometra. With external, the dog will have a smelly discharge (typically after they have been in season). With internal there won't be any discharge and is therefore harder to detect. The condition is very serious and you are racing against time to save the life of your dog. Treatment requires removal of the uterus.
How do you cure a dogs cough?
Well you can not cure a dogs cough but if it is really real then you need to see a vet and they can help you.
Is it normal for a shihzhu dog to have a puss discharge from her Virginia?
No, a pus discharge is never normal from any part of a dog's body. Pus from the vagina can indicate a serious infection of the uterus, called pyometra. Pyometra most often affects unspayed female dogs, but occasionally a spayed female can get an infection in the uterine stump that always remains after spaying (where the uterus goes out to the vagina). This is called a stump pyometra. In the case of pyometra in an intact (unspayed) female, the most commonly recommended treatment is spay surgery followed by a hospital stay and a course of antibiotics. This type of pyometra can be very serious or even fatal if left untreated. Dogs can also get vaginal infections. In any case, any dog with pus discharge from the vagina or anywhere else needs to be seen by a vet, and have the infection treated.
Is there a difference between cephalexin for humans and canines?
nope. Cephalexin in human is used to treat inflammations and it is also used in dogs to treat inflammation. I was given Cephalexin when my throat was swollen. My dog was given the same for a swollen eye. Unless there's something different about the ingredients in the medication.
Can a dog give birth if she has pyometra?
With early treatment, about 90 percent of affected dogs recover from Pyometra. If treatment is not performed quickly, the toxic effects from the bacteria will be fatal. Dogs with Pyometra often become severely ill very rapidly.
What kind of infection cephalexin cure?
It is generally used for upper respiratory infections (bacterial), but can be used to treat a UTI (urinary tract infection).
Is cephalexin ok fod dogs?
check this out with your vet. if the dog needs it then the vet will prescribe and give correct dosage
