Marbofloxacin COMPOUND

• Marbofloxacin is available by prescription only.

• Marbofloxacin is an oral fluoroquinolone antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections, including...

• skin infections

• soft-tissue bacterial infections

• urinary tract infections

• Marbofloxacin is one of the longest lasting fluoroquinolones and is effective in treating serious bacterial infections.

• Marbofloxacin works by inhibiting the bacterial enzyme, DNA gyrase, which is responsible for DNA replication.

• Marbofloxacin compound is available in...

• A capsule

• A chew

• An oral suspension

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Marbofloxacin is for use in animals only.

• Do not use marbofloxacin in animals that are sensitive to fluoroquinolones.

• Use marbofloxacin with extreme caution in animals that are nursing or pregnant.

• Use with caution in young animals.

• Use with caution in animals with Central Nervous System disorders.

• Do not give marbofloxacin for 2 hours following the use of a carafate or antacid.

• Always complete the entirety of a prescription. Stopping antibiotic treatment early can cause serious health risks and an increase in antibiotic resistance.

• Marbofloxacin should not be used in...

• cats younger that 12 months old

• small and medium breed dogs younger than 8 months old

• large breeds younger than 12 months old

• giant breeds younger than 18 months old

• Store at room temperature, protected from light and moisture.

• Shake oral suspension well before use.

• Use as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions on the prescription label.

• Store at room temperature.

• Store protected from light and moisture.

• Be sure to complete the prescription to ensure a full recovery, even if your pet seems to be improving, unless instructed otherwise by your veterinarian.

• Treatment should last no longer than 30 days.

• Store protected from light and moisture.

• Shake oral suspensions well.

• In the case of a missed dose of marbofloxacin, give it as soon as you remember or wait until it is time to give the next dose. DO NOT GIVE A DOUBLE DOSE OF MARBOFLOXACIN.

• In the case of an overdose of marbofloxacin, seek attention from your veterinarian. Symptoms of an overdose may include...

• loss of appetite

• vomiting

• dehydration

• Allergic reactions are rare, but some symptoms of allergic reactions may include...

• hives

• breathing difficulty

• swelling face and throat

• If your pet experiences any of these reactions, stop giving marbofloxacin and contact your veterinarian immediately.