Cefalexina Lexigen 500
Updatedcan this be given to my 80lbs, 7 yr old, mix breed dog for chronic ear infection, and what dosage?
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Hi robin,
Although many vets prescribe this medication for its off-label use to dogs, there are a number of people reporting the dangers associated with doing so. I also read that it is not FDA approved for veterinary use.
Here's one article of many on the topic:
mycropht.wordpress.com/2008/03/14/a-warning-for-dog-owners/
Have you looked into any natural alternatives?
Dear David, OMG!!! Thank you so much for your answer re: keflex & same antibiotic (differant name)! Just a couple hours ago gave to lil'bit, 80lbs mixed breed male........never again will i administer any drug w/out vet approval. The article you submitted was heartbreaking, but i hope w/ all my heart their dog made a full recovery! I'm keeping a very close eye on lil'bit, so far ok. Thank you so much for sharing.
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