Albon (sulfadimethoxine) Tablets

Effective Bacterial Infection Treatment for Dogs and Cats

Product Description

Albon Tablets contain sulfadimethoxine, a long-acting sulfonamide antibiotic indicated for the treatment of sulfadimethoxine-sensitive bacterial infections in dogs and cats. It is used for respiratory, genitourinary, enteric, and soft tissue infections, and for bacterial enteritis associated with coccidiosis in dogs. When administered under veterinary supervision, the drug has shown rapid absorption and sustained blood levels.

Please note product may arrive in a Hardy Paw Pharmacy vial, manufacturer packaging is shown for reference. 

Benefits

• Broad Spectrum Coverage: Effective against streptococci, staphylococci, Escherichia, Salmonella, Klebsiella, Proteus, and Shigella organisms sensitive to sulfadimethoxine.
• Long-Acting Formula: Maintains sustained therapeutic blood levels due to high plasma protein binding and slow renal excretion.
• Rapid Absorption: Produces therapeutic sulfonamide levels quickly when administered early in the course of disease.
• Convenient Once-Daily Dosing: After the initial dose, subsequent doses are administered at 24-hour intervals.
• FDA Approved Veterinary Use: Approved under NADA #15-102 for use in dogs and cats by the FDA.

Variants

125 mg
250 mg
500 mg

Ingredients

Composition Table

How to Use

Dosage & Administration Instructions

• Initial Dose: Administer 25 mg per pound of body weight on the first day.
• Maintenance Dose: Continue with 12.5 mg per pound once daily at 24-hour intervals.
• Treatment Duration: Continue therapy for 3 to 5 days and until asymptomatic for 48 hours.
• Injection Option: Treatment may begin with Albon 40% Injection for rapid therapeutic blood levels.
• Veterinary Prescription: This drug is restricted to use only by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Hydration Levels: Ensure adequate water intake to maintain optimal hydration throughout the entire treatment period.
• Reevaluate Condition: If no improvement occurs within 2 to 3 days, reassess diagnosis.
• Antibacterial Limitation: Not effective against viral or rickettsial infections or resistant microorganisms.
• Human Warning: Not intended for human use under any circumstances.

Possible Side Effects

• Diarrhea Observed: Diarrhea was the only adverse effect noted at massive single oral doses in dogs.
• High-Dose Testing: Dogs receiving 160 mg/kg daily for 13 weeks showed no toxicity.
• Safety Margin: Acute toxicity studies demonstrate a wide safety margin in laboratory testing.

Storage Information

• Controlled Temperature: Store at controlled room temperature between 15° and 30°C.
• Fahrenheit Range: Equivalent storage range is 59° to 86°F as specified by the manufacturer.

Shipping & Return

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For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy. 

Prescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.  

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What infections does Albon treat in dogs and cats?

Ans: Albon Tablets are indicated for sulfadimethoxine-sensitive bacterial infections in dogs and cats, including respiratory, genitourinary, enteric, and soft tissue infections. It is also labelled for bacterial enteritis associated with coccidiosis in dogs when caused by susceptible organisms.

Q2: What is the right dosage amount of Albon Tablets for dogs and cats?

Ans: Start with 25mg per pound of the dog’s weight and follow with 12.5 mg per pound once daily at 24-hour intervals as per the manufacturer's label. Treatment typically lasts 3 to 5 days and should continue until the patient is asymptomatic for 48 hours.

Q3: How does sulfadimethoxine in Albon work?

Ans: Sulfadimethoxine is a bacteriostatic sulfonamide that competitively blocks bacterial synthesis of folic acid from para-aminobenzoic acid. It interferes with folic acid production and prevents bacterial growth, while mammalian cells can continue utilizing available folic acid.

Q4: Is Albon safe for dogs and cats?

Ans: Albon has a wide safety margin as per the manufacturer’s label. Acute toxicity studies show high LD50 values in laboratory testing, and dogs receiving 160 mg per kilogram daily for 13 weeks showed no signs of toxicity under study conditions.

Q5: Do I need a prescription to buy Albon Tablets?

Ans: Yes. Federal law restricts Albon Tablets to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. A valid veterinary prescription is required before purchasing or administering this medication to dogs or cats.