What is Ciprofloxacin?
Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It works by interfering with the enzymes responsible for DNA replication, which stops protein synthesis. Ciprofloxacin displays bactericidal activity against a broad spectrum of microorganisms, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella, E. coli, Enterobacter, Salmonella, and Proteus.
What is the use of Ciprofloxacin injection in veterinary?
Ciprofloxacin Injection is a fast-acting antibiotic drug used to treat infections in many types of animals, including dogs, cats, poultry, goats, sheep, camels and cows. It is commonly used to treat infections of the urinary tract, skin, or respiratory system. Ciprofloxacin is effective for gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria.
The use of Ciprofloxacin injection in veterinary
- Bacterial respiratory tract infections
- Bacterial urinary tract infections
- Digestive tract infections (e.g. bacterial enteritis, diarrhea)
- Skin and soft tissue infections
Precautions
- Do not use Ciprofloxacin Injection in the following animals:
- Have an allergic or hypersensitivity reaction to any of the ingredients.
- Are young and still growing as ciprofloxacin may cause cartilage abnormalities.
- Have a history of seizures or other central nervous system disorders.
- This drug should be used with caution in animals that
- Have hepatic or renal insufficiency.
- Are pregnant or lactating.
- Have a known history of joint-related problems, as fluoroquinolones may exacerbate musculoskeletal disorders.