Cefpodoxime Side Effects In Dogs

Cefpodoxime is an antibiotic that treats a variety of infections in dogs and cats. It’s available as both an oral tablet and flavored liquid. Cefpodoxime is also used to treat skin and soft tissue infections, wound infections, urinary tract infections and upper respiratory tract infections in cats. Like any other medication, cefpodoxime can cause side effects in some animals.

Common Side Effects

Side effects can include vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, and dizziness. These side effects are not serious and should be reported to your vet.

Immediate Side Effects

The side effects in dogs include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain and constipation. These are some of the most common symptoms that you will see after giving your dog cefpodoxime. If your dog experiences one or more of these symptoms it is best to contact your veterinarian immediately.

In addition to these immediate side effects there are many other long term side effects that may occur when taking this medication.

Serious Side Effects

Serious side effects are rare, but you should always be on the lookout for signs of them. If your dog experiences any of the following symptoms after taking cefpodoxime, contact a veterinarian immediately:

• Anaphylaxis
• Blood clotting disorders (e.g., hemolytic anemia)
• Kidney failure

Allergic Reactions

It is rare for dogs to have an allergic reaction to cephalosporins. If your dog has had an allergic reaction to one cephalosporin antibiotic, it is unlikely that he will experience a similar reaction from any other type of antibiotic.

Cefpodoxime, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, is used to treat a variety of infections in dogs. Cefpodoxime is available as both an oral tablet and in a flavored liquid form. This medication can also be prescribed to treat skin and soft tissue infections, wound infections, urinary tract infections and upper respiratory tract infections in cats. Like any medication, it may cause side effects in some animals.

Cefpodoxime, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, is used to treat a variety of infections in dogs. Cefpodoxime is available as both an oral tablet and in a flavored liquid form. This medication can also be prescribed to treat skin and soft tissue infections, wound infections, urinary tract infections and upper respiratory tract infections in cats. Like any medication, it may cause side effects in some animals.

If your pet experiences any adverse reactions while taking cephalexin or other medications for the treatment of bacterial infections such as UTI (Urinary Tract Infection), Strep throat infection etc., contact the veterinarian immediately so that appropriate treatment measures can be taken before things worsen further.

Cefpodoxime is safe for use with all other medications and can be given to your pet without worry. It is important that you follow the directions provided by your veterinarian, as well as report any adverse reactions that occur while on this medication. If you are concerned about side effects or would like to discuss other options with a specialist before starting treatment, call our office today!