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Orbax(Manufactured by: Intervet)Dose: 68mgQuantity: 100 tablets Price: $246.05 USD Description of Orbax Uses Orbax (orbifloxacin) is a broad spectrum antibiotic used in cats and dogs to treat infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is available as 5.7mg, 22.7mg and 68mg scored tablets. The usual dose in dogs and cats is 1.15-3.5mg/pound by mouth every 24 hours. Use with caution in young, growing animals as well as pregnant or nursing animals. Do not give with food.
Dosage and Administration For routine out-patient treatment of infection caused by a susceptible organism, in an otherwise healthy dog or cat, the dose of ORBAX® (orbifloxacin) Tablets is 2.5 to 7.5 mg/kg of body weight administered once daily. The determination of dosage for any particular patient must take into consideration such factors as the severity and nature of the infection, the susceptibility of the causative organism, and the integrity of the patient's host-defense mechanisms. Antibiotic susceptibility of the pathogenic organism(s) should be determined prior to use of this preparation. Therapy with ORBAX® (orbifloxacin) Tablets may be initiated before results of these tests are known. Once results become available, continue with appropriate therapy. For the treatment of skin and associated soft tissue infections, ORBAX® Tablets should be given for two (2) to three (3) days beyond the cessation of clinical signs to a maximum of 30 days. For the treatment of urinary tract infections, ORBAX® Tablets should be administered for at least 10 consecutive days. If no improvement is seen within five (5) days, the diagnosis should be re-evaluated and a different course of therapy considered. To administer a total daily dose of 2.5 mg/kg, ORBAX® Tablets may be dispensed as indicated in Table 1. Table 1: Dose Table for ORBAX® Tablets (2.5 mg/kg total daily dose)
Contra-indications Orbifloxacin and other quinolones have been shown to cause arthropathy in immature animals of most species tested, the dog being particularly sensitive to this side effect. Orbifloxacin is contraindicated in immature dogs during the rapid growth phase (between 2 and 8 months of age in small and medium-sized breeds, and up to 18 months of age in large and giant breeds). Orbifloxacin is contraindicated in dogs and cats known to be hypersensitive to quinolones.
Pharmceutical Precautions The use of fluoroquinolones in cats has been reported to adversely affect the retina. Such products should be used with caution in cats. Quinolones should be used with caution in animals with known or suspected central nervous system (CNS) disorders. In such animals, quinolones have, in rare instances, been associated with CNS stimulation which may lead to convulsive seizures. Quinolones have been shown to produce erosions of cartilage of weight-bearing joints and other signs of arthropathy in immature animals of various species. The safety of orbifloxacin in animals that are used for breeding or that are pregnant and/or lactating has not been demonstrated. Store between 2° and 30°C (36° and 86°F). Protect from excessive moisture. PLEASE NOTE: Orbax is only available by prescription and REQUIRES A VALID PRESCRIPTION be mailed, faxed or emailed to PetDrugs.com to complete your order. * All final sales are billed in $ USD. All prices are subject to change at any time. For questions regarding pricing and availability of products from PetDrugs.com you may call 1-800-958-1252. |
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