Cefa-Drops

Generic name: cefadroxil suspension
Dosage form: FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY

NADA 140-684, Approved by FDA

Cefa-Drops Description

Cefa-Drops (cefadroxil) contain a semi-synthetic cephalosporin antibiotic intended for oral administration. Cefa-Drops has an orange-pineapple flavor.

Cefadroxil is a member of a group of semi-synthetic derivatives of cephalosporin C, found among the metabolic products of the fungus Cephalosporiumacremonium. The cephalosporins are structurally related to the penicillins in that both contain a 4-member beta-lactam ring. Cefadroxil is a 7-amino cephalosporanic acid substituted at the 7 position to form a molecule designated chemically as (6R, 7R)-7- [(R)-2-amino-2-(p-hydroxyphenyl)acetamido]- 3-methyl-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo [4.2.0] oct-2- ene-2-carboxylic acid monohydrate:

CAUTION

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

CAUTION

The enclosed dose dropper in Cefa Drops contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.

INDICATIONS

Cefa-Drops (cefadroxil) are indicated for the treatment of the following conditions:

Dogs: Genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) caused by susceptible strains of Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis and Staphylococcus aureus.

Skin and soft tissue infections including cellulitis, pyoderma, dermatitis, wound infections and abscesses caused by susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus.

Cats: Skin and soft tissue infections including abscesses, wound infections, cellulitis and dermatitis caused by susceptible strains of Pasteurella multocida, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis and Streptococcus spp.

DOSAGE

Dogs: Cefa-Drops, 50 mg, should be administered orally at a dosage of 10 mg/lb of body weight twice daily. Dogs with skin or soft tissue infections should be treated for a minimum of three days. Genitourinary tract infections should be treated for a minimum of seve...