Synulox

Synulox is indicated for the treatment of a range of bacterial infections, including skin disease, soft tissue infections, dental infections, urinary tract infections, respiratory disease and enteritis in dog and cats. Containing amoxycillin and clavulanic acid, Synulox is a safe and effective antibiotic with activity against a wide range of bacteria.

Synulox Tablets are presented as circular, pink tablets with a break line on one face for easy and accurate dosing, while Synulox Oral Drops is presented as an off-white powder that must be reconstituted with 15ml of water before use.

Contraindications

The product should not be given to rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters or gerbils. Caution is advised in their use in any other very small herbivores.

Special Warnings for Each Target Species

None

Special Precautions for Use in Animals

None.

Special Precautions to be Taken by the Person Administering the Veterinary Medicinal Product to Animals

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.

Adverse Reactions (Frequency and Seriousness)

None known.

Use During Pregnancy, Lactation or Lay

The product can be safely used in pregnant and lactating animals.

Interaction with Other Medicinal Products and Other Forms of Interaction

None known.

Amounts to be Administered and Administration Route

Administration: by the oral route.
Dosage rate: 12.5mg/kg bodyweight.
Dosage frequency: The following table is intended as a guide to dispensing at the standard dose rate of 12.5 mg/kg, twice daily.

Overdose (Symptoms, Emergency Procedures, Antidotes), if Necessary

The product is of low order toxicity to the target species. No adverse side effects are to be expected from accidental overdose.

Withdrawal Period

Not applicable.