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Orbifloxacin In Dogs & Cats: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects<\/strong><\/p>\n

$\"Orbifloxacin$ <\/p>\n\n

Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Concentration-dependent inhibition of DNA gyrase meaning that pulse dosing regimens may be effective.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Uses of Orbifloxacin<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The use of fluoroquinolones should be reserved for infections where culture and sensitivity testing indicate a likely clinical response, especially when first- and second-line antimicrobials are not effective.<\/li>\n
These drugs have a broad spectrum of activity and are particularly effective against mycoplasmas, many Gram-negative organisms, and some Gram-positive bacteria like Pasteurella, Staphylococcus, Pseudomonas, Escherichia coli, Proteus, and Salmonella.<\/li>\n
Fluoroquinolones are also effective against beta-lactamase-producing bacteria.<\/li>\n
Orbifloxacin is not effective in treating obligate anaerobic infections.<\/li>\n
It is a highly lipophilic drug, meaning it reaches high concentrations within cells in various tissues, making it especially useful in managing soft tissue, urogenital (including prostatic), and skin infections.<\/li>\n
Caution should be exercised when considering dose rates above those recommended by the manufacturer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Dose of Orbifloxacin<\/strong>\u00a0in Dogs and Cats<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Dogs:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Bacterial cystitis: <\/strong>2.5 mg\/kg p.o. q24.<\/li>\n
Skin and other soft tissue infections: <\/strong>7.5 mg\/kg p.o. q24h.<\/li>\n
For the otic preparation<\/strong>: 2\u20138 drops per ear q24h. ( The number of drops is determined by the weight of the dog).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Cats:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Skin and other soft tissue infections<\/strong>: 7.5 mg\/kg p.o. q24h.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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