DESCRIPTION: Minocycline is a bacteriostatic antibiotic that is useful in treating susceptible bacterial infections, including Lyme disease, chlamydia, and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.
Key Benefits:
Minocycline is an antibiotic from the tetracycline class. It delivers a comprehensive defense against many bacterial infection types.
Formulated For: Intended for horses, cats and dogs only.
How is Medication Given? Follow your veterinarian's directions when using this product.
What Results Can I Expect? Minocycline is used to treat susceptible bacterial infections, including:
Lyme Disease Chlamydia Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
What Form Does Medication Come In? Capsules
Dose and Administration: Capsules are sold individually in a single strength (100 mg).
Possible Side Effects: The most common adverse reactions (listed from least to most common) include:
Diarrhea/Loose Stools Nausea (Particularly in High Doses Vomiting (Particularly in High Doses) Gastrointestinal Upset Loose stools or diarrhea are commonly caused by changes in bacterial populations within the intestine. In case of diarrhea, consult your vet to determine if a change in medication is needed.
Precautions:
Administer cautiously to young pets with developing bones and teeth. Administer cautiously to pets with a history of liver issues. Never administer to a breeding, pregnant, or nursing pet without veterinarian approval. Do not administer to an animal who is known to be hypersensitive to this medication or any similar drug, including doxycycline or tetracycline.
Storage Recommendations: Store in a cool and dry location.
In Case of Overdose: Call your nearest pet hospital.
