Written by Dr. Feargus McConnell, BVSc on the Jan.16, 2024
Petdirect is dedicated to providing educational pet health content for pet parents. This article was written and reviewed by veterinary professionals to answer common questions about your pet’s medication. Our focus is on delivering unbiased information to help you understand how medication works, its potential side effects, and FAQs for your reference. Always administer medication directly as prescribed by your vet. This article shouldn’t take the place of advice from your vet.
Juroclav is a broad spectrum antibiotic which contains Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid as the active ingredients. This is an oral medication used for treating bacterial infections in cats and dogs. It's effective against a range of diseases, including skin and respiratory infections, as well as enteritis. Juroclav comes in a tablet form in a variety of strengths.
Juroclav combats bacterial infections by neutralising ß-lactamase enzymes, which some bacteria produce to resist antibiotics. Its active ingredients, amoxycillin and clavulanic acid, work together to enhance its effectiveness against a broad spectrum of bacteria, including both Gram-positive and Gram-negative strains.
It is important to follow as guided by your veterinarian regarding the dose and frequency of this medication. As a guide for routine bacterial infections, Jurox can be given twice daily for 5 to 7 days, or for 48 hours after all symptoms have resolved. This depends on the seriousness of the infection as veterinarians may increase this dose and alter the duration of treatment. Some conditions, like serious skin or bladder infections, commonly require several weeks of treatment.
It’s vital to follow your vet’s advice and administer antibiotics exactly as prescribed and always complete the full course prescribed to prevent development of antibiotic-resistance bacteria.
Not suitable for animals with penicillin allergies.
May cause hypersensitivity reactions; owners should handle this medication with care if they are sensitive to penicillins.
When administering Juroclav, it's essential to understand the implications of antibiotic resistance. This resistance can occur when bacteria adapt and become less susceptible to the medication, often due to incomplete treatment courses. Stopping Juroclav before your vet's recommended duration can lead to surviving bacteria that are more resistant, making future infections tougher to treat.
Juroclav may cause stomach issues such as upset, vomiting, or diarrhoea in pets. Although rare, allergic reactions, such as irregular breathing, rash, fever, or facial swelling can also occur. If any of these symptoms appear, seek immediate veterinary care. It is important to note that drug sensitivities can develop over time, so monitoring for allergic reactions throughout the course of treatment is advised.
Typically, Juroclav should be stored in a tightly sealed container at room temperature, away from extreme heat. Keep out of reach of children and other animals.
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Juroclav is a versatile antibiotic for treating various bacterial infections in cats and dogs. Always follow your veterinarian's guidance and contact them if you have any concerns about your pet’s reaction to the medication.