{"product_id":"ciprofloxacin-tablets-500mg","title":"Ciprofloxacin Tablets, 500mg","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBroad-Spectrum Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic Tablets for Bacterial Infections in Pets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCiprofloxacin 500mg Tablets are a prescription fluoroquinolone antibiotic used by veterinarians for dogs, cats, and horses dealing with a broad variety of bacterial infections. It targets bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV enzymes, shutting down replication and pushing organisms toward cell death. The 500mg strength suits large dogs where lower strengths need multiple tablets, and sometimes stands in off-label for enrofloxacin when a higher milligram amount is needed. Never used in food-producing animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad Bacterial Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Takes on a wide range of susceptible gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria behind infections in dogs and cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrinary Tract Infection Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Covers urinary tract and kidney infections from susceptible bacteria in dogs and cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin and Wound Infections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works against skin infections, soft tissue wounds, and post-surgical wound infections in dogs and cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRespiratory Infection Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goes after respiratory tract infections from susceptible bacterial organisms in dogs, cats, and horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Dog Dose Convenience:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 500mg tablet lands on the right single-tablet dose for many large dogs, cutting the number of tablets needed per dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCiprofloxacin Hydrochloride 500mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCiprofloxacin 500mg 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 makes giving it simple and stress-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/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 | \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/cat-pill-pockets\" title=\"Cat pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: easy medication treats | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Cat pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: easy medication treats | hardypaw\"\u003eShop Pill Pockets for Cats\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 Animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs and cats under one year, and large breed dogs under two years, should not receive this medication due to the risk of cartilage damage to developing joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Caution in Cats With Kidney Failure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cats with pre-existing kidney failure carry a significantly higher risk of serious adverse effects and need very careful management on this medication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for Food-Producing Animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e The FDA prohibits ciprofloxacin in food-producing animals and it should never be given to livestock or poultry under any circumstances.\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, as it can harm developing joint cartilage in offspring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid Antacids and Mineral Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antacids, sucralfate, iron supplements, dairy, and aluminum-containing products should be kept at least two hours away from each ciprofloxacin dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Seizure and CNS Disorders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals with a seizure history, epilepsy, or CNS disorders need 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 warfarin, theophylline, cyclosporine, NSAIDs, probenecid, and insulin, with your veterinarian before starting ciprofloxacin.\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\u003eDigestive Upset:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose stools, diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea are among the more commonly seen reactions to ciprofloxacin in dogs and cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCartilage Damage in Young Animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giving this medication to puppies, kittens, or young large breed dogs risks permanent damage to developing joint cartilage and lameness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiver Enzyme Elevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abnormal liver enzyme results can show up in some pets and are worth tracking during longer treatment periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeurological Signs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tremors, seizures, and CNS stimulation are rare but serious and need immediate emergency veterinary care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Allergic Reactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Facial swelling, hives, trouble breathing, or collapse all point to a severe allergic reaction needing immediate emergency veterinary 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 A dark, dry spot away from direct sunlight is the right place to keep these tablets and hold their full potency.\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-hk\/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-hk\/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: What bacterial infections does ciprofloxacin 500mg treat in dogs and cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Urinary tract infections, kidney infections, skin and soft tissue infections, wound infections, and respiratory tract infections from susceptible bacteria in dogs, cats, and horses all sit within ciprofloxacin's treatment range. It is used when culture results confirm susceptibility or when other antibiotics have not gotten on top of the infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: How does ciprofloxacin compare to enrofloxacin for dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are fluoroquinolones going after the same bacterial organisms, but enrofloxacin carries FDA veterinary approval while ciprofloxacin does not. Oral absorption of ciprofloxacin in dogs tends to be more variable and generally lower, which puts enrofloxacin ahead when it is available. Ciprofloxacin comes into play when a larger milligram dose is what the situation calls for or enrofloxacin is not on hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Why should ciprofloxacin not be given to puppies or young dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluoroquinolones like ciprofloxacin interfere with cartilage development in young animals, and the risk sits highest in puppies and kittens under one year and large breed dogs under two. The result can be lameness and lasting joint damage that does not reverse. When young animals need antibiotic treatment, a safer alternative will be chosen instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: Why must antacids and sucralfate not be given alongside ciprofloxacin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Products like antacids, sucralfate, dairy, and iron supplements latch onto ciprofloxacin in the gut through chelation and pull enough of it out of circulation that therapeutic levels cannot be maintained. When drug levels drop that low, the infection may not clear. Keeping all of these at least two hours away from each dose is the right way to avoid that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Is ciprofloxacin safe for cats with chronic kidney disease?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cats with pre-existing kidney failure need very careful handling with ciprofloxacin because the kidneys' reduced ability to clear the drug raises the chance of it building up to levels that cause harm. A veterinarian will usually lean toward a fluoroquinolone or antibiotic that sits more comfortably in a cat with compromised kidney function. Sharing the cat's full health history before starting is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Research\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/259752596_Comparative_In_Vitro_Quality_Evaluation_of_Ciprofloxacin_Tablets_From_Drug_Retail_Outlets_In_Addis_Ababa_Ethiopia\" title=\"Comparative in vitro quality evaluation of ciprofloxacin tablets from drug retail outlets in addis ababa ethiopia\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Comparative in vitro quality evaluation of ciprofloxacin tablets from drug retail outlets in addis ababa ethiopia\"\u003eComparative In Vitro Quality Evaluation of Ciprofloxacin Tablets From Drug Retail Outlets In Addis Ababa Ethiopia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/cid\/article-abstract\/10\/3\/516\/439829\" title=\"Ciprofloxacin: in vitro activity, mechanism of action, and resistance\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Ciprofloxacin: in vitro activity, mechanism of action, and resistance\"\u003eCiprofloxacin: In Vitro Activity, Mechanism of Action, and Resistance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Varies (Generic)","offers":[{"title":"1 tablet","offer_id":41784779243681,"sku":"584241-1","price":2.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 tablets","offer_id":44412899721377,"sku":"584241-30","price":62.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 tablets","offer_id":44412899754145,"sku":"584241-60","price":120.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 tablets","offer_id":41784779210913,"sku":"584241","price":176.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/ciprofloxacin-tablets-500mg-pet-medicine-369.png?v=1778507343","url":"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/en-hk\/products\/ciprofloxacin-tablets-500mg","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}