Orbax

• Orbax is available by prescription only.

• Orbax is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat...

• skin infections

• wound infections

• soft-tissue infections

• respiratory infections

• urinary tract infections

• Orbax belongs to a class of drugs known as fluoroquinolone antibiotics. Fluoroquinolones kill susceptible strains of bacteria by preventing their DNA from unwinding, thus preventing the bacterial DNA from duplicating.

• Orbax is available in an oral suspension form.

• Orbax Oral Suspension is available in a 20 mL bottle.

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Orbax should not be used in pets that are pregnant or lactating.

• Orbax should not be used in animals with a known allergy or hypersensitivity to this drug or any other fluoroquinolone antibiotic.

• Orbax can cause damage to joint cartilage.

• Do not use Orbax in puppies younger than 28 weeks of age.

• Notify your veterinarian if your pet has had seizures or any other central nervous problem.

• Orbax may react with some other medications. Inform your veterinarian of any and all medications your pet may be taking, especially...

• Phenytoin

• Theophylline

• Probenecid

• NSAIDs

• Aspririn or Rimadyl

• Store at room temperature.

• Use as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions on the prescription label.

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

• Allow your pet access to plenty of water.

• Orbax may be given with or without food.

• Complete the entire prescription, even if your pet seems to be improving, unless instructed otherwise by your veterinarian.

• Adverse reactions and serious side effects are rare, but in the case of a more serious reaction, contact your veterinarian immediately.

• Common adverse reactions and serious side effects are...

• hives

• breathing difficulty

• facial swelling

• seizures

• convulsions