Amoxycare is available in Amoxycare 40mg and 200mg tablets, Amoxycare 250mg capsules, Amoxycare 15ml palatable drops, Amoxycare LA injection 100ml and Amoxycare injection 100ml.

Amoxicollin is a broad spectrum semi-synthetic penicillin, bactericidal in action. In vitro it is effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria found in dogs and cats which include: Bacillus cereus, Bordetella bronchiseptica, Corynebacterium spp., Citrobacter freundii, Chromobacter spp., Pasteurella spp. including P. multocida, Salmonella spp., Staphylococci (penicillin-sensitive strains) and Streptococci.

Amoxycare 40 Tablets are prepared as off-white circular tablets scored on one face. The tablets contain 40 mg Amoxicillin as Amoxicillin Trihydrate in a highly palatable base. Chemically, Amoxicillin is 6[D(α) amino-p-hydroxyphenylacetamido] penicillanic acid.

Amoxycare 200 Tablets are prepared as off-white circular tablets scored on one face. The tablets contain 200 mg amoxicillin as Amoxicillin Trihydrate in a highly palatable base. Chemically, amoxicillin is 6[D(-α -) amino-p-hydroxyphenylacetamido] penicillanic acid.

Amoxycare Capsules are presented as red and white capsules for oral administration to dogs. Each capsule contains 250mg Amoxicillin (as Amoxicillin Trihydrate).

Amoxycare Injection is an off-white sterile suspension containing 150 mg/ml Amoxicillin as Amoxicillin Trihydrate.

Chemically, amoxicillin is 6[D](-α -) amino p-hydroxyphenylacetamido] penicillanic acid. Also contains: Butylated Hydroxyanisole 0.08mg/ml and Butylated Hydroxytoluene 0.08 mg/ml, as antioxidants.

Amoxycare LA Injection is an off white sterile suspension containing 150 mg/ml amoxicillin as Amoxicillin Trihydrate.

Chemically, amoxicillin is 6[D(-α -) amino-p-hydroxyphenylacetamido] penicillanic acid. Also contains Butylated Hydroxyanisole 0.08mg/ml and Butylated Hydroxytoluene 0.08 mg/ml as antioxidants.

Amoxycare 40 Tablets are suitable for use in dogs and cats for the control of infections caused by susceptible organisms including: infections of the alimentary tract, respiratory tract and urogenital tract, eye and ear infections, and skin and wound infections.

Use of this product should be based on susceptibility testing of the bacteria isolated from the animal. If this is not possible, therapy should be based on local epidemiological information.

Amoxycare Injection is a broad spectrum semisynthetic penicillin, bactericidal in action. In vitro it is effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogenic bacteria which include: Actinobacillus equuili, Actinobacillus lignieresi, Actinomyces bovis, Bacillus anthracis, Bordetella bronchiseptica, Clostridium species, Corynebacterium species, Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae, Escherichia coli, Fusiformis species, Haemophilus species, Moraxella species, Pasteurella species, Proteus mirabilis, Salmonella species, Staphylococci and Streptococci in cattle, sheep, pigs, dogs and cats.

To ensure the correct dosage, bodyweight should be determined as accurately as possible to avoid underdosing. Use of the product should be based on susceptibility testing of the bacteria isolated from the animal. If this is not possible, therapy should be based on local epidemiological information.

Amoxicillin is a broad spectrum semi-synthetic penicillin bactericidal in action for use in cattle, pigs, sheep, dogs and cats. In vitro it is effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria which include: Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Proteus species, Salmonella, Staphylococci and Streptococci.

This product is not effective against beta-lactamase producing organisms.

Amoxycare LA Injection is suitable for the control of infections, due to susceptible micro-organisms, in cattle, sheep, pigs, dogs and cats where a single injection giving prolonged activity is required . It may also protect from secondary bacterial invasion in cases where bacteria are not the initial cause of the disease.

Indications include infections of:

(a) Alimentary tract.

(b) Respiratory tract,

(c) Skin and soft tissue,

(d) Urogential tract and,

(e) In prevention of post-operative infection (treat before surgery).

The recommended tablet dose, 10 mg Amoxicillin/kg bodyweight twice daily for seven days. To ensure the correct dosage, bodyweight should be determined as accurately as possible to avoid underdosing. As high blood levels are achieved immediately after oral dosing parenteral antibiotic treatment may not be necessary.

Amoxycare tablets are often accepted from the hand, however for the treatment of fastidious animals the tablets may be crushed and added to a little food. Any remaining medicated feed should be discarded at the end of the day.

Amoxycare Tablets should not be given to penicillin sensitive animals.

As with other penicillins, amoxicillin should not be used orally or parenterally in rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters or gerbils. Caution is advised when used in any other very small herbivores.

Penicillins and cephalosporins may cause hypersensitivity (allergy) following injection, inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact. Hypersensitivity to penicillins may lead to cross reactions to cephalosporins and vice versa. Allergic reactions to these substances may occasionally be serious.

Do not handle this product if you know you are sensitised, or if you have been advised not to work with such preparations. Handle this product with great care to avoid exposure taking all recommended precautions.

If you develop symptoms following exposure such as a skin rash, you should seek medical advice and show the doctor this warning. Swelling of the face, lips or eyes or difficulty with breathing, are more serious symptoms and require urgent medical attention.

Wash hands after use. Store in a dry place. Do not store above 25°C. Keep out of reach of children.