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My cat got double Zeniquin & Clavamox. Should I worry about overdose?
It's a good question, but rest assured the safety margin for using Zeniquin is high - this means that you are not likely to see any issues by giving Leopold an accidental extra dose tonight. I would suggest that you continue by using the Clavamox every 12hrs, and repeating the next dose of Zeniquin tomorrow evening. It is best if both meds are given around mealtime - they are less likely to cause nausea and vomiting if given with a meal. Please feel free to ask any additional questions.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Vet Q & A
My puppy accidentally ate Zeniquin antibiotic. What should I do?
A normal dose of Zeniquin is 2.75-5.5 mg/kg, and your puppy ingested 12.2 mg/kg. As an antibiotic, this medication may cause possible transient vomiting, diarrhea, or a loss of appetite. In young puppies given high doses of Zeniquin daily for 2-4 weeks, lameness and cartilage problems were noted in a study, but this would not be expected after a one-time ingestion. At this point, I recommend feeding a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken and white rice for the next few days to decrease stimulation to the GI tract. After a few days of this diet, you can gradually transition back to puppy food over another 5-7 days. If you need additional peace of mind, you can call the ASPCA animal poison control center at (888) 426-4435. Unless they direct otherwise, I cannot see any benefit in giving activated charcoal or other decontaminants after an antibiotic. I hope this helps and that all goes well!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Vet Q & A
My dog is weak, shaking, and can't walk up steps. Should I worry?
Zeniquin is contraindicated in patients with seizure disorders due to rare CNS stimulation. There is no specific contraindication in dogs with a history of idiopathic vestibular disease. Convenia does not affect the nervous system
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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My kitten has URI. Is clindamycin effective or are there better meds?
This is not the antibiotic of choice for URI in cats, the most suitable antibiotics for this condition at this are are Zhitromax and Veraflox. doxycycline should never be given to a kitten this young and clavamox is usually much less effective for URI in cats.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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Why does my cat's sneezing and coughing keep returning after meds?
Clavamox and Convenia are not suitable antibiotics for this type of infection, azithromyacin is a very good option and should solve the problem, if it doesn't i would recommend asking your vet to try Doxycycline or Veraflox next.
Updated on September 24th, 2025