Intas CEFPET XL (cefpodoxime proxetil) is a broad-spectrum, third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections in dogs and cats..
INDICATIONS
- Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Treatment of bacterial skin infections (pyoderma), wounds, and abscesses.
- Respiratory Tract Infections: Management of bronchitis and pneumonia caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Treatment of infections within the urinary system.
- Ear and Nose Infections: Treatment of infections in the outer/middle ear (otitis externa and otitis media).
- Other Potential Infections: Sometimes used for throat, sinus, and gastrointestinal infections depending on vet assessment.
ADMINISTRATION
- Dosage: Typically 5–10 mg/kg once daily, but must be determined by a veterinarian.
- Target Pets: Suitable for both dogs and cats.
- Not Effective Against: Viruses, fungi, or parasites.
- Side Effects: May include vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite.