Alvicef-Tazo
Description
Alvicef-Tazo Pet is a prescription veterinary antibiotic used to treat a wide range of serious bacterial infections in dogs and cats. It is a combination medication containing Ceftriaxone (500 mg), a third-generation cephalosporin, and Tazobactam (62.5 mg), a beta-lactamase inhibitor that prevents bacteria from becoming resistant to the antibiotic.
Common Uses in Pets
This medication is typically prescribed for severe or resistant infections, including:
Respiratory Infections: Such as pneumonia.
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Including complex or resistant cases.
Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Treatment for infected wounds, abscesses, or cellulitis.
Other Serious Conditions: Bone and joint infections, bacterial septicemia (blood infection), and meningitis.
Post-Surgical Care: Used to prevent infections following surgery.
Administration and Dosage
Route: It must be administered as an injection, either intramuscularly (IM) or intravenously (IV).
Dosage: The standard dosage for dogs is typically 15-25 mg/kg of body weight once daily for 3 to 5 days.
Professional Use Only: This medication should only be administered by or under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian. Do not attempt to self-inject your pet.
