Amoxicillin is the most common antibiotic in the penicillin class prescribed to dogs and cats for treating bacterial infections. Taken orally the dosage range is 10-20 mg/kg, divided into 2 doses daily for dogs and 3 doses daily for cats.
Different penicillins have different half lives in people and in dogs, so it's best to ask a veterinarian for advice, even when you plan to treat the dog yourself.
Penicillins kills bacteria by not letting them build a proper cell wall while they grow. But only take or give penicillin if you must because bacteria including Staphylococci can build resistance to this drug. They actually learn how to alter a molecular component of the antibiotic to make it ineffective!
Penicillin tablets and capsules can be stored at room temperature. Oral liquids in solution must be refrigerated and stay good for 14 days.
This drug works best if given 1 hour before feeding or 2 hours after. If stomach upset occurs penicillins may be given with food.
Penicillin doesn't treat yeast infections, and you want to talk to you vet before giving your dog "human" meds... they have different metabolism than we do, and things that are safe for us are not safe for them.
There are many potential dosages for penicillin for a dog. The dosage varies based upon the condition being treated, the location of the infection and the formulation of the penicillin. If you suspect your dog has a bacterial infection that needs medication, you should take him to your vet for an examination.
This will vary depending upon the concentration of the penicillin, the location and type of infection and the overall health status of the dog. If you believe your dog has a condition that needs treatment with penicillin, you should take your dog to your veterinarian.
You can give any size dog penicillin. It would need 3 mL or 3 cc's.
No, penicillin should never ever be given orally.
I have always been told that its 5-10 mg for every pound that your dog weighs, so 80lb dog should be around 400mg on the low end, now idk if its once a day or twice a day, but that's the ratio I think
No, it is not recommended to give human penicillin to a dog without consulting a veterinarian. Dogs have different dosing requirements and may have adverse reactions to medications meant for humans. It is best to seek veterinary guidance for your dog's health needs.
Aqueous penicillin can come in many different concentrations. Also, the doseage of the antibiotic will depend upon the location and type of infection being treated, as well as the overall health of the dog. For these reasons, you will need to contact your veterinarian and get a prescription written specifically for your dog - generic dosing instructions over the internet are likely to either significantly under-dose or over-dose your dog.
Yes They can.
my Chihuahua ate a penicillin pill what can I do
The dose varies depending upon the dog's health status, the concentration of the penicillin, the location of the infection and the type of bacteria causing the infection. Your veterinarian will prescribe what your dog needs after an examination. Incidentally, Pen-G (the specific drug you reference) is primarily used in livestock, not in dogs.
Penicillin is an antibiotic, not a disinfectant. Antibiotics are used to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria that cause infections in the body. Disinfectants, on the other hand, are used to kill microorganisms on surfaces and objects to prevent the spread of infection.