Question 1

What is Enrofloxacin Injectable used for?

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Enrofloxacin Injectable is indicated for: Bacterial infections, Gram-negative infections, Respiratory infections, Respiratory/UTI.

Question 2

What routes can Enrofloxacin Injectable be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: IV, IM, SC.

Question 3

Which species have cited Enrofloxacin Injectable dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Enrofloxacin Injectable dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 5 species: African Grey Parrot, Ball Python, Bearded Dragon, Guinea Pig, Rabbit (Domestic).

Question 4

Is Enrofloxacin Injectable a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Enrofloxacin Injectable is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Enrofloxacin Injectable?

Accepted Answer

Do NOT use IV route in small animals (cardiovascular collapse). SC preferred in reptiles. Avoid in young growing animals. Cats: retinal degeneration at >5mg/kg/day.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Enrofloxacin Injectable?

Accepted Answer

Do NOT use IV route in small animals (cardiovascular collapse). SC preferred in reptiles. Avoid in young growing animals. Cats: retinal degeneration at >5mg/kg/day.

Question 7

How does Enrofloxacin Injectable work?

Accepted Answer

Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV. Concentration-dependent bactericidal activity. Metabolized to ciprofloxacin.

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