McLeods - Generic Cefpodoxime 100 or 200 mg tabs

McLeods Cefpodoxime

is indicated for dogs with skin infections (wounds and abscesses) caused by susceptible strains of Staphylococcus intermedius, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus canis (Group G, β-hemolytic), Escherchia coli, Pasteurella multocida, and Proteus mirabilis.

Its long half-life allows for once-daily dosing, which may result in increased compliance and better clinical outcomes.

Cefpodoxime Proxetil Tablets Dosage And Administration

Dose range: The dose range of Cefpodoxime Proxetil Tablets is 5-10 mg/kg (2.3-4.5 mg/lb) body weight, administered orally, once a day. The dose may be given with or without food. 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 organisms, and the integrity of the patient’s host-defense mechanisms. Obtain a sample of the pathogenic organism for culture and sensitivity testing prior to beginning antimicrobial therapy. Once results become available, continue with appropriate therapy.

Duration: Cefpodoxime Proxetil Tablets should be administered once daily for 5-7 days or for 2-3 days beyond the cessation of clinical signs, up to a maximum of 28 days. Treatment of acute infections should not be continued for more than 3-4 days if no response to therapy is seen.

Benefits:

• Treats bacterial skin, bladder and respiratory infections in dogs
• Treats skin & soft tissue infections in cats
• Simple oral once-daily dosing minimal mg/kg
• Can be given with (less side affects) or without food
• 1 dose per day for large dogs.