CONTRIBUTOR(S): Vetstream Ltd, Andrea Tarr,
Your cat has been prescribed the active ingredient pradofloxacin to treat a bacterial infection.
This information sheet is designed to help answer commonly asked questions and help you give the medication safely and effectively to your pet. It does not contain all available information for this medication. If you have other questions or need more information, contact your veterinarian or pharmacist. Always follow the dosing instructions provided by your veterinarian.
Pradofloxacin is a broad-spectrum bactericidal antibiotic. It can be used for the treatment of:
Pradofloxacin is given by mouth as tablets (15 mg) or as an oral liquid (25 mg/mL) (EU/UK).
Pradofloxacin can cause mild digestive tract disorders including vomiting, which occurs rarely (in more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 1,000 animals treated).
The following drug interactions can occur with pradofloxacin:
The duration of the treatment depends on the nature and severity of the infection and on the response to treatment. If no improvement after starting the treatment is observed within 3 days, your veterinarian may reconsider the treatment.
Dispose of any unused pradofloxacin safely – don’t flush down the toilet or sink. Ask your veterinary team if they take back medication for disposal. Do not save pradofloxacin for future use or give to other pets.
If you miss a dose, give the dose as soon as possible but do not double up a dose. Make sure the dose given doesn’t exceed the total recommended amount in any 24-hour period.
If your pet is unwell, contact your veterinarian for advice.
Pradofloxacin should only be given to the cat that it has been prescribed for:
If accidentally eaten by a human, speak to your primary care physician or poison control center.
No specific tests are required while your cat is taking pradofloxacin.
If you have any concerns, further information on pradofloxacin can be found on the package insert and the following website:
Always follow the recommended dosage and contact your veterinary team or pharmacist if you have any questions regarding your cat’s medication.