{"product_id":"azithromycin-oral-suspension-200mg-5ml-30-ml","title":"Azithromycin Oral Flavored Suspension 200mg\/5ml (30 ml)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigher-Concentration Flavored Antibiotic Suspension for Bacterial Infections in Pets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAzithromycin Oral Suspension 200mg\/5mL is a prescription broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic used by veterinarians to treat bacterial, rickettsial, and selected parasitic infections in dogs and cats. At twice the concentration of the 100mg\/5mL formulation, each 5mL delivers 200mg of azithromycin, making it a better fit for larger dogs where lower-concentration suspensions would need impractically large volumes per dose. It works by locking onto bacterial ribosomes and shutting down protein synthesis, stopping bacterial reproduction and giving the immune system the opening it needs to clear the infection. The 30mL cherry-flavored bottle needs reconstituting with water before first use and should be discarded after 10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigher Concentration for Larger Dogs:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 200mg per 5mL, less liquid is needed per dose for large and giant breed dogs compared to the 100mg\/5mL formulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSustained Tissue Penetration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds up high concentrations in body tissues that hold for days after each dose, making once-daily or pulse-dosing protocols workable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRespiratory Infection Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goes after pneumonia, bronchitis, and upper respiratory tract infections from susceptible bacteria in dogs and cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDental and Periodontal Infections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Covers periodontal disease and gingivitis driven by susceptible oral bacteria in dogs and cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCherry-Flavored Palatability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most pets take the cherry-flavored suspension without much resistance, making daily dosing simpler than capsules or plain-tasting liquids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAzithromycin 200mg per 5mL (1,200mg per 30mL bottle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAzithromycin Oral Suspension 200mg\/5mL is 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\u003eBefore first use, tap the bottle firmly to loosen the powder, add the amount of water shown on the label, put the cap back on, and shake hard until all the powder has dissolved. Give the bottle a good shake right before measuring each dose. A calibrated syringe gives the most accurate measurement. This medication can be given with or without food.\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\u003eComplete the Full Course:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finishing the entire prescribed course, even when the pet looks fully recovered, prevents relapse and keeps antibiotic resistance risk down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for Viral Infections:\u003c\/strong\u003e This medication only works against bacterial infections and cannot do anything for viral conditions like feline herpesvirus or canine influenza.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnown Allergy Contraindication:\u003c\/strong\u003e A confirmed allergy to azithromycin, erythromycin, clarithromycin, or any other macrolide rules this medication out entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Liver Disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pets with liver disease need careful management, as azithromycin is processed by the liver and can build up in affected animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Pregnancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e How this medication affects pregnant or lactating animals is not fully established, so direct veterinary guidance is needed before use in these cases.\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 antacids, digoxin, cyclosporine, and warfarin, with your veterinarian before starting azithromycin.\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\u003eVomiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vomiting is among the more commonly seen reactions and tends to come up more at higher doses in both dogs and cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiarrhea and Nausea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Digestive upset and reduced appetite can show up but are generally mild and tend to sort themselves out during treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiver Toxicity Signs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ongoing vomiting, a complete loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes can point to liver involvement and need immediate veterinary attention.\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 serious 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\u003eStore Powder at Room Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e The unreconstituted powder does best somewhere cool and dry, kept between 41°F and 86°F and away from heat before mixing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiscard After 10 Days:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the powder has been mixed with water, keep the suspension at room temperature and throw out anything left after 10 days.\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=\"\/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=\"\/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 is the difference between azithromycin 100mg\/5mL and 200mg\/5mL suspensions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twice the concentration in the same volume is the key difference, which means a smaller amount of liquid delivers the same dose. That is what makes the 200mg\/5mL version the more practical choice for larger dogs, where the lower concentration would call for volumes that are hard to measure and give accurately. A veterinarian will match the right concentration and bottle size to the pet's weight and treatment needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: What types of bacterial infections does azithromycin 200mg\/5mL treat in dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Respiratory infections including bronchitis and pneumonia, skin infections, urinary tract infections, gastrointestinal infections, and dental infections from periodontal disease all fall within its reach in dogs. It also covers certain rickettsial organisms and is sometimes paired with other drugs for Bartonella and Toxoplasma infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Why does azithromycin work even when given as a short course?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike most antibiotics that clear out of the body quickly, azithromycin parks itself in body tissues at concentrations well above blood levels and stays there for days after each dose. That staying power is what makes shorter courses and pulse dosing viable rather than requiring the kind of sustained daily coverage other antibiotics depend on. A veterinarian will set the right duration for the infection being treated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: Can the reconstituted azithromycin suspension be refrigerated to extend its shelf life?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerating it is not the right approach since this suspension is meant to stay at room temperature after mixing. The 10-day window runs from the date it was mixed and does not get extended by keeping it cold. Anything left after those 10 days should be discarded even if the suspension still looks and smells fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Can azithromycin suspension be used for cats with respiratory infections?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Azithromycin is prescribed off-label for cats dealing with upper respiratory infections involving organisms like Chlamydophila and Mycoplasma. Cats generally tolerate it well, and the flavored suspension tends to go down more easily than a capsule would. A veterinarian will confirm whether it is the right antibiotic for the specific infection the cat has.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Research\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/azithromycin-for-cats\" title=\"Azithromycin for cats: dosage, safety \u0026amp; side effects - cats.com\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Azithromycin for cats: dosage, safety \u0026amp; side effects - cats.com\"\u003eAzithromycin for Cats: Dosage, Safety \u0026amp; Side Effects - Cats.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petplace.com\/article\/drug-library\/drug-library\/drug-library\/azithromycin-zithromax-for-cats-and-dogs\"\u003eAzithromycin (Zithromax) for Cats and Dogs - PetPlace\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petcoach.co\/article\/azithromycin-in-veterinary-medicine\" title=\"Azithromycin in veterinary medicine - petcoach\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Azithromycin in veterinary medicine - petcoach\"\u003eAzithromycin in Veterinary Medicine - PetCoach\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Varies (Generic)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41821573087393,"sku":"120071","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/azithromycin-oral-flavored-suspension-200mg-5ml-30-ml-pet-medicine-958.jpg?v=1778508020","url":"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/products\/azithromycin-oral-suspension-200mg-5ml-30-ml","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}