Amoxi Drop Rx 12 x 30 mL

AMOXI-DROP®
(amoxicillin)
For use in dogs and cats

DESCRIPTION:
Amoxi-Drop (amoxicillin) is a semisynthetic antibiotic with a broad spectrum of activity. It provides bactericidal activity against a wide range of common gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens. Chemically it is D(-)-α-amino-p-hydroxybenzyl penicillin trihydrate.

ACTION:
Amoxi-Drop is stable in the presence of gastric acid and may be given without regard to meals. It is rapidly absorbed after oral administration. It diffuses readily into most body tissues and fluids with the exception of brain and spinal fluid except when meninges are inflamed. Most of the amoxicillin is excreted unchanged in the urine.
Amoxicillin is similar to ampicillin in its bactericidal action against susceptible organisms. It acts through the inhibition of biosynthesis of cell wall mucopeptide. In vitro and/or in vivo studies have demonstrated the susceptibility of most strains of the following gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria: α- and ß-haemolytic streptococci nonpenicillinase-producing staphylococci Streptococcus faecalis Escherichia coli and Proteus mirabilis. Because it does not resist destruction by penicillinase it is not effective against penicillinase-producing bacteria particularly resistant staphylococci. All strains of Pseudomonas and most strains of Klebsiella and Enterobacter are resistant.

INDICATIONS:
Dogs: Amoxi-Drop is indicated in the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections:
Respiratory tract infections (tonsillitis tracheobronchitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus Streptococcus spp. E. coli and Proteus mirabilis.
Genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus Streptococcus spp. E. coli and Proteus mirabilis.
Gastrointestinal tract infections (bacterial gastroenteritis) due to Staphylococcus aureus Streptococcus spp. E. coli and Proteus mirabilis.
Bacterial dermatitis due to Staphylococcus aureus Streptococcus spp. and Proteus mirabilis.
Soft tissue infections (abscesses lacerations and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus Streptococcus spp. E. coli and Proteus mirabilis.
Cats: Amoxi-Drop is indicated in the treatment of susceptible strains of the organisms causing the following infections:
Upper respiratory tract infections due to Staphylococcus aureus Staphylococcus spp. Streptococcus spp. Haemophilus spp. E. coli Pasteurella spp. and Proteus mirabilis.
Genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) due to Staphylococcus aureus Streptococcus spp. E. coli Proteus mirabilis and Corynebacterium spp.
Gastrointestinal tract infections due to E. coli Proteus spp. Staphylococcus spp. and Streptococcus spp.Skin and soft tissue infections (abscesses lacerations and wounds) due to Staphylococcus aureus Staphylococcus spp. Streptococcus spp. E. coli and Pasteurella multocida.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:
The use of this drug is contraindicated in animals with a history of an allergic reaction to penicillin.

ADVERSE REACTIONS:
Amoxicillin is a semisynthetic penicillin and has the potential for producing allergic reactions. If an allergic reaction occurs administer epinephrine and/or steroids.

WARNINGS:
For use in dogs and cats only. Not for use in animals which are raised for food production.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION:
Dogs: The recommended dosage is 5 mg/lb of body weight. Administer twice daily for 5-7 days. Continue for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided.
Cats: The recommended dosage is 50 mg (5-10 mg/lb). Administer once daily for 5-7 days. Continue for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided.

DIRECTIONS FOR MIXING ORAL SUSPENSION:
Add required amount of water (see table below) to the bottle and shake vigorously. Each mL of suspension will contain 50 mg of amoxicillin as the trihydrate.

Bottle Size	Amount of Water Required for Reconstitution
15 mL	12 mL
30 mL	23 mL

Note: Any unused portion of the reconstituted suspension must be discarded after 14 days. After mixing refrigeration preferable but not required.

Do Not Store Dry Powder at Temperatures Above 25°C (77°F).

Prescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.