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Higher-Concentration Flavored Antibiotic Suspension for Bacterial Infections in Pets
Product Description
Azithromycin Oral Suspension 200mg/5mL is a prescription broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic used by veterinarians to treat bacterial, rickettsial, and selected parasitic infections in dogs and cats. At twice the concentration of the 100mg/5mL formulation, each 5mL delivers 200mg of azithromycin, making it a better fit for larger dogs where lower-concentration suspensions would need impractically large volumes per dose. It works by locking onto bacterial ribosomes and shutting down protein synthesis, stopping bacterial reproduction and giving the immune system the opening it needs to clear the infection. The 30mL cherry-flavored bottle needs reconstituting with water before first use and should be discarded after 10 days.
Benefits
- Higher Concentration for Larger Dogs: At 200mg per 5mL, less liquid is needed per dose for large and giant breed dogs compared to the 100mg/5mL formulation.
- Sustained Tissue Penetration: Builds up high concentrations in body tissues that hold for days after each dose, making once-daily or pulse-dosing protocols workable.
- Respiratory Infection Coverage: Goes after pneumonia, bronchitis, and upper respiratory tract infections from susceptible bacteria in dogs and cats.
- Dental and Periodontal Infections: Covers periodontal disease and gingivitis driven by susceptible oral bacteria in dogs and cats.
- Cherry-Flavored Palatability: Most pets take the cherry-flavored suspension without much resistance, making daily dosing simpler than capsules or plain-tasting liquids.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients
Azithromycin 200mg per 5mL (1,200mg per 30mL bottle)
How to Use
Azithromycin Oral Suspension 200mg/5mL is a prescription-only medication. A valid veterinarian prescription is required to purchase this product.
Please follow your veterinarian's specific instructions for the dosage and administration of this medication for your pet.
Disclaimer: Dosage and administration of this medication must be determined by a licensed veterinarian. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any prescription medication for your pet.
Before first use, tap the bottle firmly to loosen the powder, add the amount of water shown on the label, put the cap back on, and shake hard until all the powder has dissolved. Give the bottle a good shake right before measuring each dose. A calibrated syringe gives the most accurate measurement. This medication can be given with or without food.
Additional Information
Precautions
- Complete the Full Course: Finishing the entire prescribed course, even when the pet looks fully recovered, prevents relapse and keeps antibiotic resistance risk down.
- Not for Viral Infections: This medication only works against bacterial infections and cannot do anything for viral conditions like feline herpesvirus or canine influenza.
- Known Allergy Contraindication: A confirmed allergy to azithromycin, erythromycin, clarithromycin, or any other macrolide rules this medication out entirely.
- Caution in Liver Disease: Pets with liver disease need careful management, as azithromycin is processed by the liver and can build up in affected animals.
- Caution in Pregnancy: How this medication affects pregnant or lactating animals is not fully established, so direct veterinary guidance is needed before use in these cases.
- Drug Interaction Risk: Share a full list of your pet's current medications, including antacids, digoxin, cyclosporine, and warfarin, with your veterinarian before starting azithromycin.
Possible Side Effects
- Vomiting: Vomiting is among the more commonly seen reactions and tends to come up more at higher doses in both dogs and cats.
- Diarrhea and Nausea: Digestive upset and reduced appetite can show up but are generally mild and tend to sort themselves out during treatment.
- Liver Toxicity Signs: Ongoing vomiting, a complete loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes can point to liver involvement and need immediate veterinary attention.
- Serious Allergic Reactions: Facial swelling, hives, trouble breathing, or collapse all point to a serious reaction needing immediate emergency veterinary care.
Storage Information
- Store Powder at Room Temperature: The unreconstituted powder does best somewhere cool and dry, kept between 41°F and 86°F and away from heat before mixing.
- Discard After 10 Days: Once the powder has been mixed with water, keep the suspension at room temperature and throw out anything left after 10 days.
- Out of Reach: Keep this medication somewhere children and untreated animals in the home cannot get to it.
NOTE: For generic medications, the product image shown may not reflect the actual item received. Generic medications can vary in size, color, and shape between orders depending on the manufacturer. Additionally, your medication may arrive packaged in a HardyPaw Pharmacy vial.
Shipping & Return
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Prescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the difference between azithromycin 100mg/5mL and 200mg/5mL suspensions?
Ans: Twice the concentration in the same volume is the key difference, which means a smaller amount of liquid delivers the same dose. That is what makes the 200mg/5mL version the more practical choice for larger dogs, where the lower concentration would call for volumes that are hard to measure and give accurately. A veterinarian will match the right concentration and bottle size to the pet's weight and treatment needs.
Q2: What types of bacterial infections does azithromycin 200mg/5mL treat in dogs?
Ans: Respiratory infections including bronchitis and pneumonia, skin infections, urinary tract infections, gastrointestinal infections, and dental infections from periodontal disease all fall within its reach in dogs. It also covers certain rickettsial organisms and is sometimes paired with other drugs for Bartonella and Toxoplasma infections.
Q3: Why does azithromycin work even when given as a short course?
Ans: Unlike most antibiotics that clear out of the body quickly, azithromycin parks itself in body tissues at concentrations well above blood levels and stays there for days after each dose. That staying power is what makes shorter courses and pulse dosing viable rather than requiring the kind of sustained daily coverage other antibiotics depend on. A veterinarian will set the right duration for the infection being treated.
Q4: Can the reconstituted azithromycin suspension be refrigerated to extend its shelf life?
Ans: Refrigerating it is not the right approach since this suspension is meant to stay at room temperature after mixing. The 10-day window runs from the date it was mixed and does not get extended by keeping it cold. Anything left after those 10 days should be discarded even if the suspension still looks and smells fine.
Q5: Can azithromycin suspension be used for cats with respiratory infections?
Ans: Azithromycin is prescribed off-label for cats dealing with upper respiratory infections involving organisms like Chlamydophila and Mycoplasma. Cats generally tolerate it well, and the flavored suspension tends to go down more easily than a capsule would. A veterinarian will confirm whether it is the right antibiotic for the specific infection the cat has.