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Active ingredient: Cefovecin (as cefovecin sodium), typically 80 mg/mL after reconstitution. European Medicines Agency (EMA)+1
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Animals: Dogs and cats.
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Type: Third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, given by subcutaneous injection. Drugs.com
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Uses: Bacterial skin/soft-tissue infections, wounds and abscesses; certain urinary infections and, in dogs, severe periodontal/gingival infections depending on the approved label. European Commission
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Usual labeled dose: 8 mg/kg (1 mL per 10 kg) subcutaneously. It may provide prolonged antibacterial activity, so repeat dosing is generally not needed immediately. European Commission
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Important: It should be used under a veterinarian's direction, particularly because cefovecin can cause allergic reactions and should not be used in animals with known allergy to cephalosporins/penicillins. Drugs.com+1
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Possible side effects: Vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite, lethargy, and injection-site reactions can occur. Zoetis Petcare
In India, cefovecin 80 mg/mL veterinary injection is also listed by the CDSCO for bacterial skin infections in dogs and cats. CDSCO
If you tell me the animal (dog/cat), its weight, and what infection it is being treated for, I can explain the usual dose, how long it lasts, and precautions.
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