The drug "Sinuloks" (for cats) is considered one of the most popular antibiotics used in veterinary medicine. The medicine has a fairly wide spectrum of activity, affecting most strains of pathogenic microbes.
The agent is included in the penicillin group. Amoxicillin is present in the medication as one of the active substances.
Clavulanic acid increases the sensitivity of bacteria. The composition of the drug also contains flavorings. After penetration into the body, the active components are quickly distributed throughout tissues and fluids and stored in them for a long time. The drug "Sinulox" (for cats) is available in tablet or suspended form.
Indications
The drug is prescribed for bacterial lesions of the skin, respiratory system, inflammatory processes in the genitourinary tract. The tool "Sinuloks" instruction recommends for abscesses, gingivitis, stomatitis, enteritis. Indications include respiratory infections.
Dosage regimen
The drug is given to the animal orally or mixed with food. Calculation of dosage is made in accordance with the weight of the animal. So per kilogram of weight, 12.5 mg of the drug is prescribed. Given the severity of the pathology, the duration of the therapeutic course is also established. Usually, treatment lasts 5-7 days. The drug is given to the animal twice a day. In severe cases of the disease (for example, with lesions of the respiratory system), the amount of Sinulox medication (for cats) can be increased. In this case, the dose will be 25 mg / kg. On the recommendation of a veterinarian, you can also shorten the intervals between applications. In a chronic and intractable condition, the duration of therapy may increase up to a month. In suspended form, the drug is administered subcutaneously or intramuscularly. Immediately before injection, the vial with the medication is thoroughly shaken. After opening, the drug can be stored no longer than a month.
Side effect. Contraindications
The drug is not prescribed for hypersensitivity. Sinulox (for cats) can provoke an allergic reaction in an animal.
Such an undesirable effect is manifested in the presence of hypersensitivity to the components. However, as the practice of using the drug testifies, subject to the instructions of the veterinarian, the medication is tolerated satisfactorily and does not cause adverse reactions. If the condition worsens or in the absence of the effect of therapy, you should consult a doctor.
additional information
Sinuloks tablets, the price of which is from 200 rubles, have a round shape and pink color. On one side there is a dividing groove, on the other - the name of the medicine is embossed. The medication is not intended for small rodents (hamsters, guinea pigs, mice) and rabbits. Keep the drug in a cool place, away from children. Before using the product, you must visit a veterinarian.