Clavaseptin for Dogs and Cats (Clavacillin, Clavamox, Sinulox)
is an anti-infective drug. It is indicated for the treatment or adjunctive treatment of periodontal infections in dogs and for the treatment of skin infections in cats.
Composition:
Clavaseptin 62.5 mg tablets for the treatment of cats and dogs containing:
50 mg amoxicillin (as trihydrate)
12.5 mg clavulanic acid (as potassium salt).
Clavaseptin 250 mg tablets for the treatment of dogs containing:
200 mg amoxicillin (as trihydrate)
50 mg clavulanic acid (as potassium salt).
Indications for use:
Treatment of cats and dogs for diseases of the skin (including treatment of deep and superficial pyoderma), soft tissues, oral cavity (for example, gingivitis), urinary tract, respiratory system (including diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract), alimentary canal (enteritis) caused by microorganisms sensitive to amoxicillin and clavulan cyst.
Dosage and method of administration:
The drug is prescribed at a dose of 12.5 mg per 1 kg of animal weight twice a day.
For severe infections, the dose can be doubled to 25 mg per 1 kg of animal weight twice a day.
*Kilograms to Pounds conversion table
| Kilograms (kg) | Pounds (lb) | Pounds+Ounces (lb+oz) |
| 0.1 kg | 0.220 lb | 0 lb 3.527 oz |
| 1 kg | 2.205 lb | 2 lb 3.274 oz |
| 5 kg | 11.023 lb | 11 lb 0.370 oz |
| 10 kg | 22.046 lb | 22 lb 0.740 oz |
Duration of treatment:
1 kilogram (kg) is equal to 2.20 pounds (lbs).
7 days for treatment of periodontal infections in dogs
7 to 14 days for treating skin infections in cats (including wounds and abscesses).
The clinical status of the animals should be re-assessed after 7 days and treatment will continue for an additional 7 days if necessary.
Detailed dosage:
Clavaseptin 62.5 mg – 1 tablet per 5 kg of body weight.
Clavaseptin 250 mg – 1 tablet per 20 kg of body weight.
Contraindications:
Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to penicillins or other substances of the β-lactam group or to any of the excipients. For cats and dogs only. Do not apply to other animals. Do not use in animals with severe kidney dysfunction, anuria or oliguaria. Do not use in cases of known resistance to the combination of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid.
