Clarithromycin Oral Suspension ^Rx

What is Clarithromycin oral suspension?

Clarithromycin is an antibiotic and this product contains the medication in an easy to use suspension to give to your pet by mouth.  This medication is fruit punch flavored and while it is labeled for humans, is regularly prescribed for pets.

What are the side effects of Clarithromycin?

Clarithromycin appears to be well tolerated in pets, but it may cause some stomach upset. Giving clarithromycin with food may help alleviate some of the stomach side effects. A rare side effect of clarithromycin in cats is inner ear redness

What else should you know about Clarithromycin oral suspension?

The suspension will arrive as a powder that will need water added to it and a thorough shaking. VetRxDirect will provide a syringe with a marker on it with which you can measure the needed water. Shake vigorously immediately after adding the water and every time you are going to give your pet a dose. Clarithromycin interacts with many medications, including cisapride, antacids, other antibiotics, NSAIDS, ACE Inhibitors, Cyclosporine, spironolactone, potassium, and many other drugs. Call your pet's veterinarian or ask a VetRxDirect pharmacist before starting clarithromycin to make sure your pet’s medications don’t interact with it.

Resistance is a major concern when giving antibiotics. Resistance occurs when bacteria survive and mutate and are then able to survive even after antibiotics are given. To help avoid any resistance, it is important to give antibiotics as they are prescribed for as long as they are prescribed even if your pet is looking and feeling better.