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Amoxicillin

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Usually used for:

For treatment of the following infections in dogs when caused by susceptible strains of organisms: BACTERIAL DERMATITIS due to Staphylococcus aureus , Streptococcus spp., Staphylococcus spp., and Escherichia coli . SOFT...

What it does:

For the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections: Respiratory tract infections (tonsillitis, tracheobronchitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus , Streptococcus spp., Escherichia col...

When it's needed:

Do not slaughter during treatment or for 15 days after latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not slaughter animals during treatment or for 20 days afte...

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  • Do not slaughter during treatment or for 15 days after latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not slaughter animals during treatment or for 20 days after the latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated animals must not be slaughtered for food during treatment and for 25 days after the last treatment. Milk from treated cows must not be used for human consumption during treatment or for 96 hours (8 milkings) after last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Commonly reported reactions:

  • (2 reports)
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Amoxicillin

Amoxicillin

Drug type: Generic ingredient • Branded profile FDA branded products available

Species: Both

Manufacturer: Zoetis Inc.

Quick Facts

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Species: Both
Manufacturer: Zoetis Inc.
Form: Bolus, Liquid, Liquid (Solution), Liquid (Suspension), Suspension, Tablet
Identifiers:
ANADA: 200592 ANADA: 200604 ANADA: 200702 ANADA: 200709 NADA: 141004 NADA: 141005 NADA: 55078 NADA: 55080 NADA: 55081 NADA: 55085 NADA: 55087 NADA: 55088 NADA: 55089 NADA: 55091 NADA: 55100 NADA: 55101 NADA: 65492 NADA: 65495 NDC Package: 0061-8128-01 NDC Package: 11695-6991-1
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Warnings / Contraindications

Do not slaughter during treatment or for 15 days after latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not slaughter animals during treatment or for 20 days after the latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated animals must not be slaughtered for food during treatment and for 25 days after the last treatment. Milk from treated cows must not be used for human consumption during treatment or for 96 hours (8 milkings) after last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

  • High: Do not slaughter during treatment or for 15 days after latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not slaughter animals during treatment or for 20 days after the latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated animals must not be slaughtered for food during treatment and for 25 days after the last treatment. Milk from treated cows must not be used for human consumption during treatment or for 96 hours (8 milkings) after last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
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Adverse Reactions

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Tracked signals
32
Reported cases
32
Serious reports
27
Species represented
2
Most Reported Reactions
Reaction Cases Species Serious cases
2 Cat, Dog 2
2 Cat, Dog 2
2 Cat, Dog 2
2 Cat, Dog 2
2 Cat, Dog 2
2 Cat, Dog 1
1 Cat 1
1 Dog 1

Species coverage: Cat (16) Dog (16)

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Reaction Species Seriousness Frequency Reports
Cat Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Dog Non-serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Dog Non-serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Non-serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Cat Non-serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Non-serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Dog Serious - 1
Cat Serious - 1
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Documents

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Official documents: 25 • Secondary summaries: 0

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At a Glance

Quick facts and links to official labeling and safety signals.

Data freshness
  • Medication catalog: Source PetWisePlus | Refreshed Feb 12, 2026, 10:44 PM UTC
  • Animal Drugs @ FDA: Source FDA | Refreshed Feb 16, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC
    Applications/products are imported from FDA export data.
  • Animal Drugs @ FDA previews: Source FDA | Refreshed Feb 9, 2026, 3:05 AM UTC
    Label highlights/doc links are fetched from FDA preview endpoints.
  • Animal Drug Product Listing Directory (NDC): Source FDA | Refreshed Feb 16, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC
    Package/product NDCs from FDA’s electronic listing directory (XLS).
  • openFDA reaction terms: Source FDA openFDA | Refreshed Feb 16, 2026, 11:03 AM UTC
  • openFDA case summaries: Source FDA openFDA | Refreshed Feb 9, 2026, 3:21 AM UTC
Official (FDA)
Identity: Generic ingredient • FDA branded products available
Official FDA brands: Amoxi-Bol Amoxi-Doser Amoxi-Drop® Oral Suspension Amoxi-Inject (Cattle) Amoxi-Inject (Dogs and Cats) Amoxi-Mast® Amoxi-Sol Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Tablets Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension Clavacillin® Clavamox® Drops Robamox®-V Robamox®-V Biomox® Robamox®-V Tablets Robamox®-V Tablets Biomox amoxi-tabs®
Case-reported brands (openFDA): MSK
Catalog species: Both FDA-labeled species: Calves, Cat, Dog, Lactating, No Use Class Stated Or Implied, Up to 10 pounds
Rx/OTC: RX
Form/route: Bolus, Liquid, Liquid (Solution), Liquid (Suspension), Suspension, Tablet Intramammary, Intramuscular, Oral, Subcutaneous
Applications: NADA 65492 • ANADA 200-709 • ANADA 200-702 • NADA 55078 • NADA 55081 • NADA 55101 • NADA 55100 • ANADA 200-604 • ANADA 200-592 • NADA 65495 • NADA 55087 • NADA 55080 • NADA 55085 • NADA 55089 • NADA 55091 • NADA 55088 • NADA 141-004 • NADA 141-005
Documents: 5 (FOI: 5) • SPL: 20 Label highlights Official documents
Safety (openFDA)
Top reactions: Dog 56 Cat 56 View
Case summaries: 10 (showing 8) View
openFDA reports are unverified and do not prove causation.

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Linked using: Fda_Label (0.95), Fda_Label (0.95), Fda_Label (0.95)

Diagnosis Codes
ICD10_CM: K05.6
Periodontal disease, unspecified

Counseling and Monitoring Highlights

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Owner-facing counseling points
  • Do not slaughter during treatment or for 15 days after latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not slaughter animals during treatment or for 20 days after the latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated animals must not be slaughtered for food during treatment and for 25 days after the last treatment. Milk from treated cows must not be used for human consumption during treatment or for 96 hours (8 milkings) after last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. (Contraindication, High)
Top reaction signals
Abdominal mass (1) Abdominal pain (1) Abnormal ultrasound finding (1) Abnormal ultrasound finding (1) Anorexia (1) Anxiety (1) Bloody diarrhoea (1) Cholangitis (1) Conjunctival oedema (1) Death (1) Death (1) Death by euthanasia (1) Death by euthanasia (1) Decreased appetite (1) Decreased haematocrit (1) Dehydration (1)

Identifiers & Packages

Normalized identifiers (NDC/NADA/ANADA) and package metadata from regulator listings.

Identifiers
ANADA: 200592 ANADA: 200604 ANADA: 200702 ANADA: 200709 NADA: 141004 NADA: 141005 NADA: 55078 NADA: 55080 NADA: 55081 NADA: 55085 NADA: 55087 NADA: 55088 NADA: 55089 NADA: 55091 NADA: 55100 NADA: 55101 NADA: 65492 NADA: 65495 NDC Package: 0061-8128-01 NDC Package: 11695-6991-1 NDC Package: 11695-6992-1 NDC Package: 11695-6993-1 NDC Package: 11695-6994-1 NDC Package: 11695-7007-1
Package NDC Product NDC Form / Route Status
0061-8128-01 0061 -
11695-6991-1 11695 -
11695-6992-1 11695 -
11695-6993-1 11695 -
11695-6994-1 11695 -
11695-7007-1 11695 -
13744-540-01 13744 -
13744-541-01 13744 -
13744-542-01 13744 -
13744-543-01 13744 -
17033-440-07 17033 -
17033-440-21 17033 -
17033-441-07 17033 -
17033-441-21 17033 -
17033-442-07 17033 -
17033-442-21 17033 -
17033-443-07 17033 -
17033-443-21 17033 -
17033-451-15 17033 -
32903-122-25 32903 -

Enriched Documents

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Data Sources & Revision History

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Official 8 Clinical 0 Manufacturer 0 Marketing 0
Current Field Facts
  • contraindications: Do not slaughter during treatment or for 15 days after latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. … (Official, 2026-02-12)
  • side_effects: Top reported reactions (openFDA): Vomiting, Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological'), Elevated alanine aminotransferase (ALT), D… (Official, 2026-02-12)
  • usage: For the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections: Respiratory tract infections (tonsillitis, tracheobronchitis) due t… (Official, 2026-02-12)
Recent Revisions
  • side_effects updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields

FDA Products & Applications (Animal Drugs @ FDA)

Official sponsor/proprietary-name/application-status records linked by active ingredient.

Product Sponsor Application Status Published
Robamox®-V Tablets Biomox
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Tablet Oral
Virbac AH, Inc. NADA 65492 Approved Jun 13, 2024
Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate Clavulanate Potassium
Suspension Oral
Cronus Pharma Specialities India Private Ltd. ANADA 200-709 Approved Apr 10, 2024
Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Tablets
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate Clavulanate Potassium
Tablet Oral
Cronus Pharma Specialities India Private Ltd. ANADA 200-702 Approved Dec 12, 2023
amoxi-tabs®
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Tablet Oral
Zoetis Inc. NADA 55078 Approved Jul 10, 2023
amoxi-tabs®
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Tablet Oral
Zoetis Inc. NADA 55081 Approved Jul 10, 2023
Clavamox® Drops
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate Clavulanate Potassium
Liquid Oral
Zoetis Inc. NADA 55101 Approved Jan 12, 2023
Amoxi-Mast®
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Liquid Intramammary
Intervet, Inc. NADA 55100 Approved Dec 16, 2022
Clavacillin®
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate Clavulanate Potassium
Suspension Oral
Dechra Veterinary Products LLC ANADA 200-604 Approved Jul 25, 2022
Clavacillin®
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate Clavulanate Potassium
Tablet Oral
Dechra Veterinary Products LLC ANADA 200-592 Approved Mar 29, 2022
Robamox®-V Biomox®
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Liquid (Suspension) Oral
Virbac AH, Inc. NADA 65495 Approved Oct 9, 2019
Amoxi-Bol
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Bolus Oral
Zoetis Inc. NADA 55087 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Amoxi-Doser
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Liquid (Suspension) Oral
Zoetis Inc. NADA 55080 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Amoxi-Drop® Oral Suspension
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Liquid (Suspension) Oral
Zoetis Inc. NADA 55085 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Amoxi-Inject (Cattle)
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Liquid (Suspension) Subcutaneous, Intramuscular
Zoetis Inc. NADA 55089 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Amoxi-Inject (Dogs and Cats)
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Liquid (Suspension) Subcutaneous, Intramuscular
Zoetis Inc. NADA 55091 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Amoxi-Sol
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Liquid (Solution) Oral
Zoetis Inc. NADA 55088 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Robamox®-V
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Liquid (Suspension) Oral
Zoetis Inc. NADA 141-004 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Robamox®-V Tablets
RX
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Tablet Oral
Zoetis Inc. NADA 141-005 Approved Jun 1, 2016

Data source: FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA (public search export).

What It's For (FDA Label Highlights)

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Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each tablet contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 50, 100, 200, or 400 milligrams (mg) amoxicillin
Dogs
Indication

For treatment of the following infections in dogs when caused by susceptible strains of organisms:

BACTERIAL DERMATITIS due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., Staphylococcus spp., and Escherichia coli.

SOFT TISSUE INFECTIONS (abscesses, wounds, lacerations) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis, Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, and Staphylococcus spp.

Dosage
5 milligrams per pound of body weight twice a day.
Limitations
Use for 5 to 7 days or 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no improvement is seen in 5 days, review diagnosis and change therapy. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
When reconstituted each mL contains 50 mg of amoxicillin as the trihydrate and 12.5 mg of clavulanic acid as the potassium salt.
Dogs
Indication

For the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, cellulitis, superficial/juvenile and deep pyoderma due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., and E. coli. Periodontal infections due to susceptible strains of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 6.25 mg/lb (1 mL/10 lb) of body weight twice a day. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses, cellulitis, wounds, superficial/juvenile pyoderma, and periodontal infections should be treated for 5-7 days or for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no response is seen after 5 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated. Deep pyoderma may require treatment for 21 days; the maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.

Limitations
Cats
Indication

For the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis/dermatitis due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, Pasteurella multocida, and Pasteurella spp. Urinary tract infections (cystitis) due to susceptible strains of E. coli.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 62.5 mg (1 mL) twice a day. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses and cellulitis/dermatitis should be treated for 5-7 days or 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided, not to exceed 30 days. If no response is seen after 3 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated. Urinary tract infections may require treatment for 10-14 days or longer. The maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.

Limitations

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
62.5 mg tablets (50 mg amoxicillin trihydrate, 12.5 mg clavulanic acid); 125 mg tablets (100 mg amoxicillin trihydrate, 25 mg clavulanic acid); 250 mg tablets (200 mg amoxicillin trihydrate, 50 mg clavulanic acid); 375 mg tablets (300 mg amoxicillin trihydrate, 75 mg clavulanic acid)
Dogs
Indication

For the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, cellulitis, superficial/juvenile and deep pyoderma due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., and E. coli. Periodontal infections due to susceptible strains of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 6.25 mg/lb of body weight twice a day.

Limitations
Cats
Indication

For the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis/dermatitis due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Pasteurella spp. Urinary tract infections (cystitis) due to susceptible strains of E. coli.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 62.5 mg twice a day.

Limitations

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each tablet contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 150, 200 or 400 milligrams of amoxicillin.
Dogs
Indication

For the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections:

Respiratory tract infections (tonsillitis, tracheobronchitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., Escherichia coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Gastrointestinal tract infections (bacterial gastroenteritis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Bacterial dermatitis due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., and Proteus mirabilis.
Soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 5 mg/lb of body weight twice a day. Dosage should be continued for 5–7 days or 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no improvement is seen in 5 days, review diagnosis and change therapy.

Limitations
Cats
Indication

For the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections:

Upper respiratory tract infections due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., and E. coli.
Genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Gastrointestinal tract infections due to E. coli.
Skin and soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Pasteurella multocida.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 50 mg (5–10 mg/lb) once a day. Dosage should be continued for 5–7 days or 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no improvement is seen in 5 days, review diagnosis and change therapy.

Limitations

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each tablet contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 50 and 100 milligrams of amoxicillin.
Dogs
Indication

For the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections:

Respiratory tract infections (tonsillitis, tracheobronchitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., Escherichia coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Gastrointestinal tract infections (bacterial gastroenteritis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Bacterial dermatitis due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., and Proteus mirabilis.
Soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 5 mg/lb of body weight twice a day. Dosage should be continued for 5–7 days or 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no improvement is seen in 5 days, review diagnosis and change therapy.

Limitations
Cats
Indication

For the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections:

Upper respiratory tract infections due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., and E. coli.
Genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Gastrointestinal tract infections due to E. coli.
Skin and soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Pasteurella multocida.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 50 mg (5–10 mg/lb) once a day. Dosage should be continued for 5–7 days or 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no improvement is seen in 5 days, review diagnosis and change therapy.

Limitations

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, Not Breeding Animals • Cat, Not Breeding Animals
Composition / specifications
When reconstituted, each milliliter contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 50 milligrams of amoxicillin with clavulanate potassium equivalent to 12.5 milligrams of clavulanic acid.
Dogs
Indication

Clavamox Drops are indicated in the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, cellulitis, superficial/juvenile and deep pyoderma due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., and E. coli. Periodontal infections due to susceptible strains of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. Clavamox has been shown to be clinically effective for treating cases of canine periodontal disease.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 6.25 mg/lb (1 mL/10 lb) of body weight twice a day. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses, cellulitis, wounds, superficial/juvenile pyoderma, and periodontal infections should be treated for 5–7 days or for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no response is seen after 5 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated. Deep pyoderma may require treatment for 21 days; the maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.

Limitations
Cats
Indication

Clavamox Drops are indicated in the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis/dermatitis due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, Pasteurella multocida, and Pasteurella spp. Urinary tract infections (cystitis) due to susceptible strains of E. coli

Therapy may be initiated with Clavamox prior to obtaining results from bacteriological and susceptibility studies. A culture should be obtained prior to treatment to determine susceptibility of the organisms to Clavamox. Following determination of susceptibility results and clinical response to medication, therapy may be reevaluated.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 62.5 mg (1 mL) twice a day. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses and cellulitis/dermatitis should be treated for 5–7 days or 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided, not to exceed 30 days. If no response is seen after 3 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated. Urinary tract infections may require treatment for 10–14 days or longer. The maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.

Limitations

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Lactating
Composition / specifications
Each single dose syringe contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 62.5 milligrams of amoxicillin.
Cattle (lactating cows)
Indication
For the treatment of subclinical infectious bovine mastitis due to Streptococcus agalactiae and Staphylococcus aureus (penicillin sensitive).
Dosage
One syringe (equivalent to 62.5 milligrams amoxicillin) per quarter.
Limitations
Administer after milking. Clean and disinfect the teat. Use one syringe per infected quarter every 12 hours for a maximum of 3 doses. Do not use milk for food purposes if taken from treated animals within 60 hours (5 milkings) after last treatment. Do not slaughter treated animals for food purposes within 12 days after the last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each mL of suspension contains 50 mg of amoxicillin activity as the trihydrate and 12.5 mg of clavulanic acid activity as the potassium salt.
Dogs
Indication

For the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, cellulitis, superficial/juvenile and deep pyoderma due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., and E. coli. Periodontal infections due to susceptible strains of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 6.25 mg/lb (1 mL/10 lb) of body weight twice a day. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses, cellulitis, wounds, superficial/juvenile pyoderma, and periodontal infections should be treated for 5-7 days or for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no response is seen after 5 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated. Deep pyoderma may require treatment for 21 days; the maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.

Limitations
Cats
Indication

For the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis/dermatitis due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, Pasteurella multocida, and Pasteurella spp. Urinary tract infections (cystitis) due to susceptible strains of E. coli.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 62.5 mg (1 mL) twice a day. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses and cellulitis/dermatitis should be treated for 5-7 days or 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided, not to exceed 30 days. If no response is seen after 3 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated. Urinary tract infections may require treatment for 10-14 days or longer. The maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.

Limitations

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
62.5 mg (50 mg amoxicillin, 12.5 mg clavulanic acid)
125 mg (100 mg amoxicillin, 25 mg clavulanic acid)
250 mg (200 mg amoxicillin, 50 mg clavulanic acid)
375 mg (300 mg amoxicillin, 75 mg clavulanic acid)
Cats
Indication

For the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis/dermatitis due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Pasteurella spp. Urinary tract infections (cystitis) due to susceptible strains of E. coli.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 62.5 mg twice a day.Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses and cellulitis/dermatitis should be treated for 5-7 days or for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided, not to exceed 30 days. If no response is seen after 3 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated.Urinary tract infections may require treatment for 10-14 days or longer. The maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.

Limitations

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Dogs
Indication

For the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, cellulitis, superficial/juvenile and deep pyoderma due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase- producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., and E. coli. Periodontal infections due to susceptible strains of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. Amoxicillin trihydrate and clavulanate potassium tablets have been shown to be clinically effective for treating cases of canine periodontal disease.

Dosage

The recommended dosage is 6.25 mg/lb of body weight twice a day.Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses, cellulitis, wounds, superficial/juvenile pyoderma, and periodontal infections should be treated for 5-7 days or for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no response is seen after 5 days of treatment, therapy should be discontinued and the case reevaluated. Deep pyoderma may require treatment for 21 days; the maximum duration of treatment should not exceed 30 days.

Limitations

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
When reconstituted, each milliliter contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 50 milligrams of amoxicillin.
Dogs
Indication

Treatment of bacterial dermatitis due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, Staphylococcus species, and Escherichia coli; and soft tissues infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Staphylococcus species.

Dosage
Administer orally 5 mg/lb of body weight, twice a day for 5 to 7 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

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Species: Calves, non-ruminating
Composition / specifications
Each bolus contains the equivalent of 400 milligrams of amoxicillin.
Cattle (pre-ruminating calves)
Indication
For the treatment of bacterial enteritis when due to susceptible Escherichia coli in pre-ruminating calves.
Dosage
Administer 400 mg per 100 pounds of body weight twice daily. Treatment should be continued for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided but not to exceed 5 days.
Limitations
Do not slaughter animals during treatment or for 20 days after the latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

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Species: Up to 10 pounds
Composition / specifications
Each 0.8-milliliter dose contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 40 milligrams (mg) amoxicillin.
Swine (baby pigs)
Indication
For the treatment of baby pigs under 10 pounds for porcine colibacillosis caused by Escherichia coli susceptible to amoxicillin.
Dosage
Administer 40 mg orally twice a day using a dosing pump. Treat animals for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided but not beyond 5 days.
Limitations
Do not slaughter during treatment or for 15 days after latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
When reconstituted, each milliliter contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 50 milligrams of amoxicillin.
Dogs
Indication
Treatment of susceptible strains of organisms causing soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., Escherichia coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Dosage
5 milligrams per pound of body weight twice daily, for 5-7 days.
Limitations
Indication
Treatment of susceptible strains of organisms causing genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., Escherichia coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Dosage
5 milligrams per pound of body weight twice daily, for 5-7 days.
Limitations
Indication
Treatment of susceptible strains of organisms causing respiratory tract infections (tonsillitis, tracheobronchitis) caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., Escherichia coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Dosage
5 milligrams per pound of body weight twice daily, for 5-7 days.
Limitations
Indication
Treatment of susceptible strains of organisms causing bacterial dermatitis caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp. and Proteus mirabilis.
Dosage
5 milligrams per pound of body weight twice daily, for 5-7 days.
Limitations
Indication
Treatment of susceptible strains of organisms causing gastrointestinal tract infections (bacterial gastroenteritis) caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., Escherichia coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Dosage
5 milligrams per pound of body weight twice daily, for 5-7 days.
Limitations
Cats
Indication
Treatment of susceptible strains of organisms causing genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, and Corynebacterium spp.
Dosage
50 milligrams (5 to 10 milligrams per pound) once daily, for 5-7 days.
Limitations
Indication
Treatment of susceptible strains of organisms causing gastrointestinal tract infections due to Escherichia coli, Proteus spp., Staphylococcus spp., and Streptococcus spp.
Dosage
50 milligrams (5 to 10 milligrams per pound) once daily, for 5-7 days.
Limitations
Indication
Treatment of susceptible strains of organisms causing upper respiratory tract infections due to Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., Hemophilus spp., Escherichia coli, Pasteurella spp., and Proteus mirabilis.
Dosage
50 milligrams (5 to 10 milligrams per pound) once daily, for 5-7 days.
Limitations
Indication
Treatment of susceptible strains of organisms causing skin and soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., Escherichia coli, and Pasteurella multocida.
Dosage
50 milligrams (5 to 10 milligrams per pound) once daily, for 5-7 days.
Limitations

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Species: No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each vial contains 25 grams of amoxicillin as the trihydrate. The vial is reconstituted with sterile water for injection USP to a concentration of 250 milligrams per milliliter.
Cattle
Indication
Treatment of diseases due to amoxicillin-susceptible organisms as follows: Respiratory tract infections (shipping fever, pneumonia) due to Pasteurella multocida, P. hemolytica, Hemophilus species Staphylococci species, and Streptococci species and acute necrotic pododermatitis (foot rot) due to Fusobacterium necrophorum.
Dosage
Administer 3 to 5 mg per pound of body weight daily for up to 5 days by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection.
Limitations
Treated animals must not be slaughtered for food during treatment and for 25 days after the last treatment. Milk from treated cows must not be used for human consumption during treatment or for 96 hours (8 milkings) after last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

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Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each vial contains 3 grams of amoxicillin as the trihydrate. It is reconstituted with sterile water for injection USP to the concentration of 100 or 250 milligrams per milliliter.
Cats
Indication
Treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of organisms as follows: Upper respiratory infections due to Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus species, Streptococcus species, Hemophilus species, E. coli, Pasteurella species, and Proteus mirabilis; genitourinary infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, E. coli, Proteus mirabilis, and Corynebacterium species; gastrointestinal infections due to E. coli, Proteus species, Staphylococcus species, and Streptococcus species; skin and soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus species, Streptococcus species, E. coli, and Pasteurella multocida.
Dosage
5 milligrams per pound of body weight daily for up to 5 days by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection. Continue treatment for 48 hours after the animal has become afebrile or asymptomatic.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Dogs
Indication
Treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of organisms as follows: Respiratory infections (tonsillitis, tracheobronchitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis; genitourinary infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis; gastrointestinal infections (bacterial gastroenteritis) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis; bacterial dermatitis due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, and Proteus mirabilis; soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, E. coli, and Proteus mirabilis.
Dosage
5 milligrams per pound of body weight daily for up to 5 days by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection. Continue treatment for 48 hours after the animal has become afebrile or asymptomatic.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

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Species: Calves, non-ruminating
Composition / specifications
Each gram contains an amount of amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 115.4 milligrams of amoxicillin.
Cattle (pre-ruminating calves)
Indication
Treatment of bacterial enteritis when due to susceptible Escherichia coli in pre-ruminating calves.
Dosage
Administer 400 mg per 100 pounds of body weight twice daily by drench or in milk. Treatment should be continued for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided but not to exceed 5 days.
Limitations
Do not slaughter animals during treatment or for 20 days after the latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

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Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
When reconstituted, each milliliter contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 50 milligrams of amoxicillin
Dogs
Indication
Treatment of bacterial dermatitis due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, Staphylococcus species, and Escherichia coli; and soft tissues infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Staphylococcus species.
Dosage
5 milligrams per pound of body weight twice daily.
Limitations
Use for 5 to 7 days. Continue for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. if no improvement is seen in 5 days, review diagnosis and change therapy. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

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Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each tablet contains amoxicillin trihydrate equivalent to 50, 100, 200, or 400 milligrams of amoxicillin.
Dogs
Indication
Treatment of bacterial dermatitis due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, Staphylococcus supp., and E. coli; and soft tissue infections (abscesses, wounds, lacerations) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species, E. coli, Proteus mirabilis, and Staphylococcus species.
Dosage
5 milligrams per pound of body weight twice a day.
Limitations
Use for 5 to 7 days or 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided. If no improvement is seen in 5 days, review diagnosis and change therapy. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

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Official Documents (FDA)

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SPL Packages

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Documents
  • Summary

    For the treatment of the following:

    Dogs: Skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, cellulitis, superficial/juvenile and deep pyoderma due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., and E. coli. Periodontal infections due to susceptible strains of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.

    Cats: Skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis/dermatitis due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, Pasteurella multocida, and Pasteurella spp. Urinary tract infections (cystitis) due to susceptible strains of E. coli.

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Documents
  • Summary

    Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Tablets are indicated in the treatment of:

    Dogs: Skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, cellulitis, superficial/juvenile and deep pyoderma due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., and E. coli. Periodontal infections due to susceptible strains of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.

    Cats: Skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis/dermatitis due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, and Pasteurella spp. Urinary tract infections (cystitis) due to susceptible strains of E. coli.

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Documents
  • Summary

    For the treatment of:

    Dogs: Skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, cellulitis, superficial/juvenile and deep pyoderma due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., and E. coli. Periodontal infections due to susceptible strains of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.

    Cats: Skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis/dermatitis due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, non-β-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, Pasteurella multocida, and Pasteurella spp. Urinary tract infections (cystitis) due to susceptible strains of E. coli.

SPL Packages

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Documents
  • Summary
    For the treatment of: Dogs: Skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, cellulitis, superficial/juvenile and deep pyoderma due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing   Staphylococcus aureus, non- ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp. and E. coli. Periodontal infections due to susceptible strains of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. Amoxicillin trihydrate and clavulanate potassium tablets have been shown to be clinically effective for treating cases of canine periodontal disease. Cats: Skin and soft tissue infections such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis/dermatitis due to susceptible strains of the following organisms: ß-lactamase-producing   Staphylococcus aureus, non- ß-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli and  Pasteurella spp. Urinary tract infections (cystitis) due to susceptible strains of  E. coli.
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Usage

For the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections: Respiratory tract infections (tonsillitis, tracheobronchitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus , Streptococcus spp., Escherichia coli , and Proteus mirabilis . Genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus , Streptococcus spp., E. coli , and Proteus mirabilis . Gastrointestinal tract infections (bacterial gastroenteritis) due to Staphylococcus aureus , Streptococcus spp., E. coli , and Proteus mirabilis . Bacterial dermatitis due to Staphylococcus aureus , Streptococcus spp., and Proteus mirabilis . Soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus , Streptococcus spp., E. coli , and Proteus mirabilis . For the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections: Upper respiratory tract infections due to Staphylococcus aureus , Streptococcus spp., and E. coli . Genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus , Streptococcus spp., E. coli , and Proteus mirabilis . Gastrointestinal tract infections due to E. coli . Skin and soft tissue infections (abscesses, lacerations, and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus , Streptococcus spp., E. coli , and Pasteurella multocida . For the treatment of baby pigs under 10 pounds for porcine colibacillosis caused by Escherichia coli susceptible to amoxicillin.

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Contraindications

Do not slaughter during treatment or for 15 days after latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not slaughter animals during treatment or for 20 days after the latest treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Treated animals must not be slaughtered for food during treatment and for 25 days after the last treatment. Milk from treated cows must not be used for human consumption during treatment or for 96 hours (8 milkings) after last treatment. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Side Effects

No approved side-effect narrative is linked yet.

openFDA reaction signals are available for Dog 56 and Cat 56 (view top reported reactions).

Top Reported Reactions (openFDA)

Aggregated reaction terms from FDA openFDA reports (not verified; does not prove causation).

Dog
Digestive
Vomiting (154) Diarrhea (81) Loss of appetite (77) Vomiting (5) Vomiting (5) Vomiting (5) Vomiting (5) Vomiting (5) Vomiting (5) Decreased appetite (2) Decreased appetite (2) Decreased appetite (2) Decreased appetite (2) Decreased appetite (2) Decreased appetite (2)
Neurologic
Tiredness (lethargy) (118) Tiredness (lethargy) (3) Tiredness (lethargy) (3) Tiredness (lethargy) (3) Tiredness (lethargy) (3) Tiredness (lethargy) (3) Tiredness (lethargy) (3)
Other
Elevated alanine aminotransferase (86) Death by euthanasia (73) Other abnormal test result NOS (73) Weight loss (65) Abnormal ultrasound finding (3) Abnormal ultrasound finding (3) Abnormal ultrasound finding (3) Abnormal ultrasound finding (3) Abnormal ultrasound finding (3) Abnormal ultrasound finding (3) Death by euthanasia (3) Death by euthanasia (3) Death by euthanasia (3) Death by euthanasia (3) Death by euthanasia (3) Death by euthanasia (3) Elevated creatinine (3) Elevated creatinine (3) Elevated creatinine (3) Elevated creatinine (3) Elevated creatinine (3) Elevated creatinine (3) Proteinuria (3) Proteinuria (3) Proteinuria (3) Proteinuria (3) Proteinuria (3) Proteinuria (3) Abdominal pain (2) Abdominal pain (2) Abdominal pain (2) Abdominal pain (2) Abdominal pain (2) Abdominal pain (2)
Cat
Digestive
Vomiting (36) Diarrhea (21) Loss of appetite (15) Diarrhea (1) Diarrhea (1) Diarrhea (1) Diarrhea (1) Diarrhea (1) Diarrhea (1) Loss of appetite (1) Loss of appetite (1) Loss of appetite (1) Loss of appetite (1) Loss of appetite (1) Loss of appetite (1)
Neurologic
Tiredness (lethargy) (25)
Other
Death (22) Death by euthanasia (18) Weight loss (17) Not eating (16) Death (1) Death (1) Death (1) Death (1) Death (1) Death (1) Death by euthanasia (1) Death by euthanasia (1) Death by euthanasia (1) Death by euthanasia (1) Death by euthanasia (1) Death by euthanasia (1) Dehydration (1) Dehydration (1) Dehydration (1) Dehydration (1) Dehydration (1) Dehydration (1) Elevated total bilirubin (1) Elevated total bilirubin (1) Elevated total bilirubin (1) Elevated total bilirubin (1) Elevated total bilirubin (1) Elevated total bilirubin (1) Hypochloraemia (1) Hypochloraemia (1) Hypochloraemia (1) Hypochloraemia (1) Hypochloraemia (1) Hypochloraemia (1) Hypokalaemia (1) Hypokalaemia (1) Hypokalaemia (1) Hypokalaemia (1) Hypokalaemia (1) Hypokalaemia (1)

Data source: FDA openFDA Animal & Veterinary adverse event reports.

Adverse Event Case Summaries (openFDA)

These are individual FDA adverse event reports. They are unverified and do not prove the medication caused the reaction.

Dog, Spaniel - King Charles Cavalier, Female, 3 year, 8.98 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unknown • Reactions: Vomiting, Lying down, Decreased appetite, Bloody diarrhoea • Outcome: Ongoing

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-055888
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: No
  • Sex: Female
  • Age: 3.00 Year
  • Weight: 8.980 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
Reactions Reported:
Vomiting Lying down Decreased appetite Bloody diarrhoea
Outcomes: Ongoing

Dog, Sheepdog - Old English (Bobtail), Male, 4 year, 37.8 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unknown • Reactions: Malaise, Gastric ulcer, Peritonitis, Fluid in abdomen NOS, Fluid in abdomen NOS… • Outcome: Euthanized

  • Report ID: DEU-USFDACVM-2025-DE-000039
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: No
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 4.00 Year
  • Weight: 37.800 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
Reactions Reported:
Malaise Gastric ulcer Peritonitis Fluid in abdomen NOS Fluid in abdomen NOS Abdominal pain Vomiting Abnormal ultrasound finding Death Hyperthermia
Outcomes: Euthanized

Dog, Terrier - Bull, Male, 10 year, 32.38 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Powder, for solution, Unknown • Reactions: Elevated alanine aminotransferase, Diarrhea, Elevated serum alkaline phosphatase, Elevated gamma-glutamyl transferase, Abnormal ultrasound finding… • Outcome: Euthanized

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-054535
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 10.00 Year
  • Weight: 32.380 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
  • Form: Powder, for solution
Reactions Reported:
Elevated alanine aminotransferase Diarrhea Elevated serum alkaline phosphatase Elevated gamma-glutamyl transferase Abnormal ultrasound finding Tarry or black stool Partial anorexia Decreased haematocrit Death by euthanasia
Outcomes: Euthanized

Dog, Spaniel - Springer (unspecified), Male, 8 year, 23.587 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Tablet, Oral, Dose: 400 Milligram per dose, Frequency: 12 per hour • Reactions: Mouth pain, Swollen lymph node, Facial swelling (possible allergy), Conjunctival oedema • Outcome: Ongoing

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-054312
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 8.00 Year
  • Weight: 23.587 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Oral
  • Form: Tablet
  • Dose: 400 Milligram per dose
  • Frequency: 12 per hour
Reactions Reported:
Mouth pain Swollen lymph node Facial swelling (possible allergy) Conjunctival oedema
Outcomes: Ongoing

Cat, Domestic Shorthair, Male, 7 week, 0.363 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Solution/drops, Oral, Dose: 1 dose per animal, Frequency: 1 per day • Reactions: Death • Outcome: Died

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-052904
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: No
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 7.00 Week
  • Weight: 0.363 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Oral
  • Form: Solution/drops
  • Dose: 1 dose per animal
  • Frequency: 1 per day
Reactions Reported:
Death
Outcomes: Died

Dog, Sheepdog - Shetland, Female, 12 year, 9.707 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unassigned, Unknown • Reactions: Haematuria, Proteinuria, Pyuria • Outcome: Ongoing

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-051593
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Female
  • Age: 12.00 Year
  • Weight: 9.707 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
  • Form: Unassigned
Reactions Reported:
Haematuria Proteinuria Pyuria
Outcomes: Ongoing

Cat, Cat (unknown), Male, 5.21 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unknown • Reactions: Diarrhea • Outcome: Outcome Unknown

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-052336
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: No
  • Sex: Male
  • Weight: 5.210 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
Reactions Reported:
Diarrhea
Outcomes: Outcome Unknown

Cat, Maine Coon, Male, 10 year, 4.944 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Dose: 100 Milligram per other, Frequency: 12 per hour • Reactions: Tiredness (lethargy), Loss of appetite, Dehydration, Ketonuria, Elevated total bilirubin… • Outcome: Euthanized

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-052186
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 10.00 Year
  • Weight: 4.944 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Dose: 100 Milligram per other
  • Frequency: 12 per hour
Reactions Reported:
Tiredness (lethargy) Loss of appetite Dehydration Ketonuria Elevated total bilirubin Low serum alkaline phosphatase Hyponatremia Hypokalaemia Hypochloraemia Hypophosphataemia Death by euthanasia
Outcomes: Euthanized

Data source: FDA openFDA Animal & Veterinary adverse event reports.

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