For the treatment of bacterial skin infections and urinary-tract infections in dogs
One tablet contains:
Active substance: cefalexin (as cefalexin monohydrate) ........................................... 300 mg Indications for use, specifying the target species For the treatment of bacterial skin infections (including deep and superficial pyoderma) caused by organisms, including Staphylococcus spp., susceptible to cefalexin. For the treatment of urinary-tract infections (including nephritis and cystitis) caused by organisms, including Escherichia coli, susceptible to cefalexin. Amounts to be administered and administration route For oral administration. 15 mg of cefalexin per kg of bodyweight twice daily (equivalent to 30 mg per kg of bodyweight per day) for a duration of: - 14 days in case of urinary-tract infection - at least 15 days in case of superficial bacterial infection of the skin. - at least 28 days in case of deep bacterial infection of the skin. To ensure correct dosage, bodyweight should be determined as accurately as possible to avoid underdosing. The product may be crushed or added to food if necessary. In severe or acute conditions, except in cases of known renal insufficiency (see section 4.5), the dose may be doubled. Shelf life Shelf-life of the veterinary medicinal product as packaged for sale: 2 years. Shelf life after first opening the immediate packaging: 48 hours. Nature and composition of immediate packaging PVC/aluminium/OPA – PVC blister Cardboard box of 1 blister of 6 tablets Cardboard box of 10 blisters of 6 tablets Cardboard box of 25 blisters of 6 tablets Not all pack sizes may be marketed