{"product_id":"ciprofloxacin-tablets-750mg","title":"Ciprofloxacin Tablets, 750mg","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Dose Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic Tablets for Serious Bacterial Infections in Large Pets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCiprofloxacin 750mg Tablets are a prescription fluoroquinolone antibiotic used by veterinarians for large dogs, horses, and occasionally cats dealing with serious bacterial infections. It goes after the bacterial enzymes DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, both of which the bacteria need to replicate their chromosomes and divide. Taking those enzymes out of the picture stops replication and drives the organisms rapidly toward cell death. The 750mg strength is the highest available oral concentration and suits giant breed dogs needing the maximum weight-based fluoroquinolone dose in one tablet. Used entirely off-label and never in food-producing animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGiant Breed Dose Convenience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers the highest single-tablet ciprofloxacin dose available, making it the practical fit for giant breed dogs needing the maximum weight-based fluoroquinolone amount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Infection Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brought in when higher-dose fluoroquinolone therapy is what deep-seated, severe, or difficult-to-treat bacterial infections call for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrinary and Kidney Infection Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds up high urinary concentrations that work effectively against susceptible bacteria behind kidney and urinary tract infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad Gram-Negative Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly active against a broad range of gram-negative organisms commonly tied to serious systemic infections in dogs and horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResistant Infection Alternative:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used when culture results confirm susceptibility and other first-line antibiotics have not been able to clear the bacterial infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCiprofloxacin Hydrochloride 750mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCiprofloxacin 750mg Tablets are a prescription-only medication. A valid veterinarian prescription is required to purchase this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease follow your veterinarian's specific instructions for the dosage and administration of this medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dosage and administration of this medication must be determined by a licensed veterinarian. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any prescription medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTucking the tablet into a soft pill pocket or pill wrap treat is a practical way to make sure large dogs take and swallow their full dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/dog-pill-pockets\" title=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\"\u003eShop Pill Pockets for Dogs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for Young or Growing Animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs under one year, kittens, and large breed dogs under two years should not receive this medication due to serious cartilage damage risk in developing joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for Food-Producing Animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e The FDA strictly prohibits ciprofloxacin in animals destined for human food consumption and it should never be used in livestock or poultry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Caution in Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cats, particularly those with pre-existing kidney compromise, carry a significantly elevated risk of adverse effects and need very careful veterinary management on this medication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid in Pregnancy and Breeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pregnant, lactating, or breeding animals should not receive this medication due to the risk of cartilage damage in developing offspring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid Antacids and Mineral Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antacids, sucralfate, iron, aluminum, dairy, and calcium products should all be spaced at least two hours away from each ciprofloxacin dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Seizure Disorders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals with a known epilepsy or CNS disorder history need very careful management, as fluoroquinolones can bring the seizure threshold down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrug Interaction Risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Share a full list of your pet's current medications, including theophylline, warfarin, cyclosporine, probenecid, NSAIDs, and insulin, with your veterinarian before starting treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGastrointestinal Upset:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diarrhea, loose stools, vomiting, and nausea are among the more commonly seen reactions and tend to be mild in most dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoint Cartilage Damage:\u003c\/strong\u003e In young and growing animals, fluoroquinolone use can cause irreversible erosive cartilage lesions that lead to lameness and joint disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevated Liver Enzymes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abnormal liver enzyme values can come up and are more likely to be caught with periodic bloodwork during longer treatment courses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeurological Signs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare CNS effects including tremors and seizures are serious and need immediate emergency veterinary care if they appear during treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Allergic Reactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hives, facial or throat swelling, trouble breathing, or sudden collapse all point to a severe reaction needing immediate emergency care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tablets do best at room temperature inside a tightly closed container, kept away from heat and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect From Light and Moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sunlight and damp conditions can wear down the tablet's potency, so a dry, shaded storage spot is the right choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOut of Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep this medication somewhere children and untreated animals in the home cannot get to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFor generic medications, the product image shown may not reflect the actual item received. Generic medications can vary in size, color, and shape between orders depending on the manufacturer. Additionally, your medication may arrive packaged in a HardyPaw Pharmacy vial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: When would a veterinarian choose ciprofloxacin 750mg over lower-strength tablets for a dog?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant breed dogs needing the maximum weight-based fluoroquinolone dose in a single tablet are the most obvious fit for the 750mg strength, since it removes the need to stack multiple lower-strength tablets. Dogs with severe or deep-seated infections where hitting maximum tissue concentrations matters may also be a good candidate. A veterinarian will work out the exact dose from the dog's body weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: Is culture and sensitivity testing required before prescribing ciprofloxacin for dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Testing is not always done before starting but is strongly recommended for serious or recurring infections where getting the choice right matters most. It confirms which organisms are present and whether ciprofloxacin will actually work against them. With fluoroquinolone resistance on the rise, locking in susceptibility before committing to treatment is the more reliable approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Why is ciprofloxacin considered an alternative rather than a first-line veterinary antibiotic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Without FDA veterinary approval and with less predictable oral absorption in dogs than the approved alternative enrofloxacin, ciprofloxacin sits further down the prescribing hierarchy. Veterinary guidelines also push toward keeping fluoroquinolones in reserve for cases where culture confirms susceptibility and other antibiotic classes have already been considered. A veterinarian will reach for it only when the clinical picture genuinely calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: What theophylline interaction should owners know about when their dog takes ciprofloxacin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ciprofloxacin slows the liver's breakdown of theophylline, pushing its blood concentration higher than the prescribed dose was meant to achieve. Dogs on theophylline for conditions like bronchitis or tracheal collapse can tip into toxicity, with seizures, vomiting, a racing heart, and agitation among the signs. Letting a veterinarian know about theophylline before starting ciprofloxacin is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Can ciprofloxacin 750mg tablets be split for medium-sized dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Splitting is an option when a veterinarian has determined that a portion of the tablet is the right dose for the dog's weight. A tablet splitter gives a cleaner and more accurate cut than trying to break it by hand. Checking with the veterinarian before making any changes to the tablet is important since the dose is calculated precisely around body weight and the infection being treated.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Varies (Generic)","offers":[{"title":"1 tablet","offer_id":41784787894433,"sku":"580127-1","price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 tablets","offer_id":44412925313185,"sku":"580127-30","price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 tablets","offer_id":41784787861665,"sku":"580127","price":22.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/ciprofloxacin-tablets-750mg-pet-medicine-301.png?v=1778507338","url":"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/en-ca\/products\/ciprofloxacin-tablets-750mg","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}