What is Amoxicillin + Sulbactam?
- Antibiotic
- Cat,
- Cow,
- Dog,
- Goat,
- Horse,
- Sheep
Active Ingredients: Amoxicillin Sodium, Sulbactam
Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium for Injection is an antibiotic drug used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections in horses, pets and livestock animals, such as cows and sheep. It is indicated for the treatment of urinary tract infections, genitourinary infections, and skin and soft tissue infections.
Amoxicillin sodium + sulbactam sodium can be used as a parenteral alternative to amoxicillin + clavulanic acid. This form of amoxicillin sodium + sulbactam sodium has been manufactured as a powder for reconstitution. It is intended to be mixed into its injectable form and then administered by a veterinary doctor or animal care specialist. This medicine will not work for viral infections.
Together, this combination of compounds displays a wide range of bactericidal action against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Amoxicillin is a moderate-spectrum, beta-lactam antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible microorganisms. It works by killing bacteria, which prevents growth. Sulbactam sodium is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. It works to prevent the action of beta-lactamase, which destroys antibiotics like amoxicillin.
It is important to note that this formulation of amoxicillin sodium + sulbactam sodium is for veterinary purposes only. While Basil Hygiecare offers many similar products that are available for human use, this particular medication should be prescribed by a veterinary doctor or animal care specialist for an animal.
Basil Hygiecare is a trusted global producer and exporter of Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium for Injection. This veterinary medication is manufactured in our GMP-certified facilities in China, India, and the USA.
Why are we a trusted Amoxicillin + Sulbactam manufacturer?
Basil Hygiecare is a leading GMP manufacturer of Amoxicillin + Sulbactam Injection for veterinary use. Our company was established with the aim of providing excellent value to our veterinary distributors by concentrating on competitively priced, high-quality veterinary pharmaceuticals with market-tailored solutions.
Over the past 20 years, Basil Hygiecare has proven to be a trusted Amoxicillin + Sulbactam manufacturer and supplier of 100+ veterinary injections in over 65 countries.
Precautions
Do NOT use Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium for Injection for an animal that: • has a known allergy or hypersensitivity to amoxicillin, sulbactam, or any penicillin antibiotic.
Treatment with this drug should be administered with caution in an animal that:
- has mononucleosis.
- is undergoing anticoagulation therapy with drugs such as heparin or warfarin.
- is pregnant or lactating.
This drug may also cause a urine glucose test to produce a false positive result.
Uses
What is Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium used for?
It’s used to treat bacterial infections such as:
- respiratory tract infections (e.g. bronchopneumonia)
- genitourinary infections (e.g. cystitis, urethritis, pyelonephritis)
- skin and soft tissue infections (e.g. mastitis, abscess, cellulitis, wound infections)
- bone and joint infections (e.g. osteomyelitis)
In pigs, this medicine is prescribed for arthritis and meningitis caused by S. suis and secondary infections due to ear and tail-biting.
What animals can be treated with Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium for Injection?
This medicine is recommended for horses and livestock like cattle, goats, and sheep. It’s also used to treat companion animals like cats and dogs. Do not use Amoxicillin to treat rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hamsters, or other small mammals. It may cause enteritis or clostridial enterotoxemia in these animals.
How is Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium for Injection used?
This medicine has been manufactured as a powder for reconstitution. The injectable solution should be used within 20 minutes of reconstitution.
This medicine can be administered either by intravenous or intramuscular route.
How should Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium for Injection be stored?
This medication should be stored in a dark, dry location under 30°C.
Is there a withdrawal period after treatment with Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium for Injection? For cattle and pigs, the withdrawal period is 28 days after treatment. For milk, the withdrawal period is 4 hours.
Dosage
How much Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium should be given to dogs?
For susceptible infections, the usual dose is 10-20mg/kg body, given every 8-12 hours. For sepsis, the usual dose is 10-30mg/kg, given every 6-8 hours IV.
How much Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium should be given to cats?
For susceptible infections, the usual dose is 10-20mg/kg IV or IM, given every 8 hours. For sepsis, the usual dose is 30mg/kg, given every 6-8 hours IV.
How much Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium should be given to large animals or livestock?
For cows and buffalos, the usual dose is 7-10mg/kg by IV/IM. For mastitis, it is recommended to administer 300mg by infusion in each infected quarter. The veterinarian should determine the frequency. Cattle should not be treated for longer than 7 days. The withdrawal period for meat is 28 days after treatment. The withdrawal period for milk is 7 days after treatment.
Refer to a veterinary doctor or pharmacist for guidelines on dosage.
Side Effects
As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of Amoxicillin Sodium + Sulbactam Sodium for Injection.
Some common side effects may include but are not limited to gastrointestinal effects (appetite loss, vomiting, diarrhea).
Serious side effects may include:
- allergic reaction (skin rash, fever, facial swelling, or difficulty breathing)
- incoordination while walking
- prolonged lack of appetite (in cats)
For a comprehensive list of all possible side effects of this medication, consult a veterinarian.
