Target species
Dogs
Indications for use, specifying the target species
For the treatment of dogs with bacterial infections sensitive to tetracycline
therapy only. Soft tissue infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus or
Streptococcus spp. have been shown to be highly sensitive. Respiratory
infections caused by Bordetella bronchiseptica are also commonly sensitive.
Contraindications
Contraindicated for use in animals with hypersensitivity to any tetracycline.
Special warnings for each target species
Not applicable
Special precautions for use
Special precautions for use in animals
Oxytetracycline is deposited in growing teeth and bones and may cause yellow discolouration. It also crosses the placenta. For this reason it is not recommended in late pregnancy or in young animals. Caution must be taken in treating animals with renal or hepatic dysfunction; in such cases it may be necessary to reduce dosage levels.
Special precautions for the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals
If you know you are hypersensitive (allergic) to oxytetracycline, do not handle the product.
In the event of accidental ingestion, flush mouth with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
In the event of eye contact, flush thoroughly with clean, running water. If irritation persists seek medical attention.
Wash hands after use.
Adverse reactions (frequency and seriousness)
Prolonged use of antibiotics of all types may promote the overgrowth of
non-susceptible organisms to that antibiotic. Where it occurs therapy should be discontinued and appropriate control of the organisms substituted
Use during pregnancy, lactation or lay
Oxytetracycline crosses the placenta. The product should not be used in late pregnancy.
Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction
The product must not be given concurrently with milk or antacids.
Amounts to be administered and administration route
For oral administration
An initial dose of 50mg/kg bodyweight should be given, followed by subsequent doses of 25mg/kg every 12 hours for 5 days. To be taken by mouth at least one hour before or two hours after feeding.
Overdose (symptoms, emergency procedures, antidotes), if necessary
Gastric lavage may be beneficial in the first hours after ingestion and milk will reduce absorption. Most common signs of overdose would be vomiting, anorexia and/or diarrhoea, in which case fluid and electrolytes should be administered.