BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets

What is BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets?

BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets is a semisynthetic, broad-spectrum antibiotic, indicated for the treatment of bacterial dermatitis and soft tissue infections, including abscesses, wounds and lacerations in dogs when caused by susceptible strains of organisms, bacterial dermatitis due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., Staphylococcus spp., and E. coli and soft tissue infections (abscesses, wounds, lacerations) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., E. coli, Proteus mirabilis and Staphylococcus spp. It provides excellent bactericidal activity against a wide variety of common gram-negative and gram-positive pathogens. BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets is sold by the tablet and requires a prescription from your veterinarian.

For:

Dogs

Benefits:

• Broad-spectrum amoxicillin
• For treatment of bacterial dermatitis and soft tissue infections
• Provides excellent bactericidal activity against a wide variety of common gram-negative and gram-positive pathogens
• Sold per tablet

How does BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets work?

BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets works by inhibiting the formation of bacterial cell walls.

Cautions:

For use in dogs only. Until adequate reproductive studies are accomplished, BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets should not be used in pregnant or breeding animals. Klebsiella and all strains of Pseudomonas are resistant. BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets may be given without regard to meals because it is stable in gastric acid. It is rapidly absorbed following oral administration and diffuses readily into most body fluids and tissues. It diffuses poorly into the brain and spinal fluid except when the meninges are inflamed. Most of the amoxicillin is excreted in the urine unchanged.

Brand Name:

BIOMOX (amoxicillin) (Virbac)

Generic Name:

amoxicillin

What is the most important thing I should know about BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets?

BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets treats a wide array of susceptible bacterial infections in dogs. It is sold by the tablet and requires a prescription from your veterinarian. It acts by inhibiting the production of bacterial cell walls. BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets is also available as an oral suspension.

What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets to my pet?

Let your vet know if your dog is pregnant, nursing, or to be used for breeding. Tell your veterinarian know if your pet has ever had an allergic reaction to another penicillin or to a cephalosporin. Tell your veterinarian if your pet has kidney disease or stomach or intestinal disease.

How should BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets be given?

BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets should be given by mouth with or without food. Give exactly as directed by your veterinarian. The recommended dosage is 5 mg/lb of body weight twice a day.

What are the potential side effects of BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets?

BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets is a semisynthetic penicillin and has the potential for producing allergic reactions. Epinephrine and/or steroids should be administered if an allergic reaction occurs. Contact your veterinarian immediately if the pet experiences severe or bloody diarrhea during treatment. Stop giving BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets and seek emergency veterinary medical care in the event of an allergic reaction (shortness of breath; hives; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; rash; or fainting), seizures, unusual bleeding, or bruising. Other less serious side effects such as mild nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or abdominal pain, or yeast or fungal infection may be more likely to occur. Continue to give BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets and notify your veterinarian if these symptoms occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to your pet.

What happens if I miss giving a dose of BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets?

Give the missed dose as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not give a double dose unless otherwise directed by your veterinarian.

What happens if I overdose my pet on BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets?

Seek emergency veterinary medical treatment if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of overdose may include muscle spasms or weakness, pain or twitching, seizures, confusion, coma, or agitation.

What other drugs will affect BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets?

Before giving BIOMOX (amoxicillin) Tablets, tell your veterinarian if your pet is being given another antibiotic (for the same or a different infection), allopurinol, or probenecid. You may not be able to give amoxicillin or you may need to have the dosage adjusted. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with amoxicillin. Talk to your veterinarian or pharmacist before giving your pet any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.