In veterinary medicine, many drugs are used to treat infectious diseases, differing in their action and the way they affect the body. Sinulox for dogs is one of the most popular broad-spectrum antibacterial agents. Efficiency is ensured by two active components of the composition; the manufacturer produces antibiotics in the form of tablets and suspensions for injection, which is convenient to use. The medicine is suitable for both dogs and cats, and among the advantages are good tolerance by the animal’s body and a low risk of adverse reactions.
About the manufacturer
The antibiotic Sinulox is patented by the international company Zoetis, which specializes in the development and production of veterinary drugs and equipment. Today the organization is a leader in its field, the success of its products is achieved through many years of experience, the professionalism of more than 9,500 employees and the presence of branches around the world.
The company's key objective is to develop innovative veterinary drugs that undergo strict technological quality control. The Zoetis range includes more than 100 medicines for the prevention and treatment of animals and birds.
Release form
The antibacterial drug Sinulox belongs to the penicillin group of antibiotics of the latest generation. Has an almost immediate effect on most strains of bacteria. Available in two forms:
- Pink tablets for chewing . They are packaged in plates of 10 pieces, each cardboard package contains 50 tablets (each has an engraving with the name of the drug). Available in the following dosages - 50 mg, 250 mg and 500 mg of the active component.
- Suspension . A very oily solution of a light brown hue, intended for intramuscular and subcutaneous injections. In addition to active substances, the composition contains water for ease of use. Available in glass bottles of 40 and 100 ml.
The choice of application form depends on the weight of the dog, the characteristics of the disease and the sensitivity of the animal’s digestive system.
Indications for use
Attention! Before use, consult a specialist.
The drug Sinulox is indicated for dogs for many infections of bacterial etiology. The product is especially popular for the treatment of infectious infections of the skin, mucous membranes of internal organs, excretory, reproductive and respiratory systems. In veterinary medicine it is prescribed for the following diseases:
- stomatitis;
- bacterial cystitis;
- tonsillitis;
- mild forms of enteritis;
- benign neoplasms;
- pneumonia, pleurisy.
Sometimes the drug Sinulox is recommended for use after surgery, removal of certain types of tumors. Amoxicillin in the composition is suitable for complex therapy together with anti-inflammatory and wound healing agents.
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- Instructions for doxycycline in animals
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The bottle with the drug suspension should be shaken well before use.
Do not use a course of treatment for more than 35 days. The standard course of therapy is 10-14 days. minimum - 5 days.
Composition and pharmacological properties
The main component of the composition is amoxicillin. This is a penicillin antibiotic with a wide spectrum of action. To enhance the effect, clavulanic acid is added to Sinulox, which enhances the antibacterial properties of the drug. Yeast, erythrosine, cellulose and sodium glycolate are used as auxiliary compounds. The tablets are flavored, making it easier for your pet to take the medication.
The combination of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid in a 4:1 ratio provides a powerful antibacterial effect. It works almost instantly, so the drug is prescribed in a short course.
How does the drug work?
After entering the dog's body, amoxicillin begins to act on the source of the bacterial infection. It destroys the enzymatic system of microorganisms, causing cellular decay and death.
Upon contact with an antibiotic, pathogenic bacteria produce toxic compounds that destroy its structure. To prevent this process, the composition contains clavulanic acid - it protects amoxicillin from the harmful effects. This combination of substances has proven itself in the fight against E. coli, enterococcus, staphylococcus, salmonellosis and other dangerous infections of dogs.
Purpose
Indications for taking antibiotics are infectious diseases caused by the penetration of pathogenic bacteria into the pet’s body. Sinulox has shown maximum effectiveness in the treatment of the following diseases:
- pathologies of the reproductive and urinary systems (in particular, cystitis, endometritis, etc.);
- purulent inflammatory processes on the skin;
- respiratory diseases (pneumonia, rhinitis, bronchitis, etc.);
- dangerous infections in small kittens (calicivirus, herpes virus, etc.);
- diseases of soft tissues and mucous membranes of the oral cavity (stomatitis, gingivitis);
- joint inflammatory processes (for example, arthritis);
- in the postoperative period - for the treatment and prevention of the development of secondary infections.
Calicivirosis, or calicivirus infection, is usually acute, accompanied by damage to the respiratory system and fever. If kittens have had it, they develop long-term immunity. The disease is contagious, the source of infection is sick cats and carriers of the virus: it can be released for several months. Kittens and young animals under 2 years of age are most sensitive to pathology.
The disease often occurs latently, but with a weakened immune system, it often makes it possible for other pathogenic viruses and bacteria to attack the cat’s body, which in 80% of cases leads to the death of animals.
The onset of the disease is similar to infectious rhinotracheitis. First, the kitten or cat refuses food and loses weight. Fatigue, weakness are observed, the mucous membranes turn pale. The cat has serous discharge from the eyes and nose, and increased lacrimation. In the cat's mouth, on the back and front edge of the tongue, on the hard and soft palate, you can notice small blisters that quickly ulcerate. Treatment is always carried out with antibiotics. The disease can be complicated by bronchitis, pneumonia, rhinitis, laryngitis, stomatitis, conjunctivitis.
Sinulox is used for inflammatory diseases of the genitourinary system in domestic animals. Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder of a bacterial nature; it is much less commonly caused by viruses and fungi.
So-called harmful bacteria are also present in healthy cats, but under normal conditions they are in balance with beneficial bacteria and do not cause inflammation. When a cat has a cold or stress, the process of urination may be disrupted, as a result of which the bladder is not completely emptied - stagnation of urine occurs. This is an ideal environment for the active proliferation of pathogenic microbes that suppress beneficial microflora. An inflammatory process occurs.
The most common types of bacteria that cause the disease are:
- staphylococci;
- streptococci;
- enterobacteria;
- Escherichia;
- proteas;
- Klebsiella
Cystitis can be acute or become a chronic disease. In the latter case, inflammation will occur again and again, in the presence of provoking factors. Symptoms of cystitis are frequent and painful urination (the cat feels the urge, but cannot go to the litter box, it can settle in inappropriate places), active licking, and the presence of blood in the urine (sometimes because of this, the urine turns pink and even red).
The frivolous attitude of the owners towards the pet's disease can lead to the fact that when it becomes chronic, it can cause inflammatory processes in the kidneys, including nephritis and chronic renal failure.
Important!
For cystitis, treating animals with herbs and home remedies is useless; the disease requires the use of antibiotics and antispasmodics.
Instructions for use
Synulox should only be prescribed by a doctor based on the dog’s age, clinical picture of the disease, and the state of the dog’s immune and digestive systems. The effectiveness of antibiotic therapy is achieved by a continuous course of treatment, which cannot be changed or the dosage violated. Features of application depend on the form of release.
Pills
In the form of tablets, Sinulox is prescribed 2 doses daily. The dosage is calculated based on the dog’s weight. Per 1 kg of weight, 12.5 mg of active antibiotic is required. For severe infections accompanied by complications, the dosage can be increased to 25 mg per 1 kg.
The duration of the course is calculated individually; it should not exceed 4 weeks.
You can give tablets in several ways - mix them into food, put them on the back of your tongue, or let them chew on their own. During administration, you need to make sure that the dog swallows the product.
Suspension
The advantage of the injection form of Sinulox is a short course (3-5 days), which is convenient for treating dogs with problems with the digestive system. The frequency of injections is 1 time per day, intramuscular or subcutaneous administration is allowed. The dosage is calculated by weight - 8.75 mg is required per 1 kg (1 ml per 20 kg). To make it easier to calculate the dose, you can use an insulin syringe.
Before injection, check that the needle is dry; clavulanic acid loses its beneficial properties when interacting with water.
Dosage of the drug in the form of injections
Cattle, pigs, dogs and cats: 0.50 ml / 10 kg per day / day.
Table - Doses of Sinulox in the form of injections for dogs
| Body weight (kg) | Drug dose (ml) | Body weight (kg) | Drug dose (ml) |
| 1 | 0,05 | 20 | 1,0 |
| 2 | 0,1 | 25 | 1,25 |
| 3 | 0,15 | 30 | 1,5 |
| 4 | 0,2 | 35 | 1,75 |
| 5 | 0,25 | 40 | 2,0 |
| 7,5 | 0,375 | 45 | 2,25 |
| 10 | 0,5 | 50 | 2,5 |
| 12,5 | 0,625 | 55 | 2,75 |
| 15 | 0,75 | 60 | 3,0 |
Contraindications and side effects
The advantages of Synulox are that it is well tolerated by the dog’s body. The main contraindication is the presence of an allergy or individual intolerance to the components of the composition. In addition, it is not recommended to use the product during bacteriostatic therapy.
If the dosage is not observed or the course duration is exceeded, the following complications may occur:
- skin rashes, itching;
- disturbances in the process of defecation;
- digestive problems;
- increased lacrimation, the appearance of photophobia;
- swelling of the mucous membranes of the eyes.
If adverse reactions occur while taking antibiotics, you should stop treatment and consult a veterinarian.
Where to buy Sinulox for cats
Sinulox is sold in veterinary pharmacies and veterinary stores; a prescription is not required to purchase it. It is most profitable to buy it in an online pharmacy or joint purchasing groups.
While writing this article, I was faced with the need to purchase Synulox (treatment of acute cystitis in a dog). In the online pharmacy the price for the dosage I needed was 479 rubles, in the pharmacy near my home - 600 rubles, from the manager in the joint animal purchasing group - 400 rubles. Sinulox was purchased at a pharmacy near my home because it was urgently needed, but I concluded for myself that worrying about its availability in advance is much cheaper.
