{"product_id":"clindamycin-tablets-25mg","title":"Clindamycin Tablets, 25mg","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAntibiotic Tablets for Dental and Bone Infections in Small Pets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClindamycin 25mg Tablets are an FDA-approved prescription lincosamide antibiotic that veterinarians use to treat serious bacterial infections in cats and very small dogs. It disrupts a critical step in how bacteria function, leaving them unable to sustain themselves or spread further. As the smallest available tablet strength, the 25mg formulation allows for precise weight-based dosing in smaller patients where even the next strength up would overshoot what is clinically needed. Its ability to penetrate bone, periodontal tissue, abscesses, and joint fluid makes it especially valuable for dental, bone, and deep wound infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccurate Small Patient Dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 25mg tablet lets vets prescribe precise low-end doses for cats and very small dogs without needing to split tablets or use compounded formulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeline Dental and Abscess Infections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides excellent coverage for cat bite abscesses, tooth root infections, and periodontal disease caused by susceptible anaerobic and gram-positive bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBone and Joint Penetration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches therapeutic concentrations in feline and small canine bone tissue and joint fluid, treating osteomyelitis and deep musculoskeletal infections effectively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxoplasmosis Treatment in Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used off-label as a primary treatment for active toxoplasmosis infection in cats caused by Toxoplasma gondii under veterinary direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFDA-Approved Veterinary Generic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold as an FDA-approved generic antibiotic providing consistent active ingredient delivery for reliable infection treatment at an accessible cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClindamycin Hydrochloride 25mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClindamycin 25mg 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 it inside a soft pill pocket or wrapping it in a pill wrap treat is one of the easiest ways to make the whole process stress-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/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=\"\/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\u003eNever Dry-Pill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always give with food or liquid to prevent direct esophageal contact that can cause chemical burns, stricture formation, or hypersalivation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFatal in Certain Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Never give to rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, chinchillas, or horses as clindamycin causes fatal intestinal complications in these species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnown Allergy Contraindication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use in any pet with a confirmed hypersensitivity to clindamycin or lincomycin antibiotics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Kidney and Liver Disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pets with significant hepatic or renal impairment may need a dose reduction to maintain safe drug levels throughout treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Pregnancy and Nursing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clindamycin crosses the placenta and enters milk; nursing kittens or puppies of treated mothers may develop diarrhea during the course.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotify Veterinarian Before Surgery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always let your vet know your pet is on clindamycin before any planned dental or surgical procedure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCyclosporine Interaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clindamycin lowers cyclosporine blood levels; make sure your vet knows all current medications before starting this antibiotic.\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 and Nausea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gastrointestinal irritation is the most commonly reported reaction and is substantially reduced by giving the tablet consistently with food at each dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiarrhea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watery or bloody diarrhea needs to go straight to your vet and must not be managed at home without specific veterinary direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEsophageal Injury:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dry tablet making contact with the esophageal lining without food or moisture present can lead to chemical burns and stricture formation in treated pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiver and Kidney Monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Longer treatment courses may call for periodic bloodwork to keep an eye on how the liver and kidneys are holding up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Allergic Reactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hives, facial swelling, breathing difficulty, or collapse point to a serious reaction needing immediate emergency veterinary attention.\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 Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store tablets in a tightly closed container away from heat and humidity, keeping conditions stable and consistent between doses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect from Light and Moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dark, dry storage location away from direct sunlight is the best way to keep these tablets at their full strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Out of Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always store this medication somewhere secure and out of reach of children and untreated pets.\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: Why is the 25mg clindamycin tablet clinically important for cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cats need considerably lower amounts of clindamycin than most dogs, and having a 25mg tablet available means vets can land on an accurate dose without resorting to splitting or compounding. Getting the amount right in cats matters more than many owners realise, as too much increases the chance of gastrointestinal side effects. Your vet will calculate the right amount based on your cat's current weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: Is clindamycin a good antibiotic for cat bite abscess infections?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clindamycin is one of the most relied-upon antibiotics for cat bite abscesses because the bacteria commonly involved in these wounds tend to respond well to it. Its ability to get deep into abscess tissue rather than just sitting on the surface is a big part of why it works so effectively. In some cases the vet may also address the abscess directly alongside the antibiotic course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: How does clindamycin treat toxoplasmosis in cats and why is it used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clindamycin works against Toxoplasma gondii by interfering with the same internal machinery the parasite relies on to replicate, which brings the infection under control and helps reduce the inflammation it causes in affected tissues. It is used off-label for this purpose and tends to produce a noticeable response when the course is followed consistently. Your vet will monitor your cat's progress and adjust the plan if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: What should I watch for in a cat receiving clindamycin that might indicate esophageal injury?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cats with esophageal irritation from clindamycin often start drooling more than usual, swallow repeatedly, gag, or seem reluctant to eat shortly after being given their dose. Regurgitation of undigested food and signs of throat discomfort are also worth taking seriously. Contact your vet straight away if any of these show up, as catching it early gives the best chance of avoiding lasting damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Can the 25mg clindamycin tablet be used in kittens and puppies for infections?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clindamycin is generally well tolerated in puppies and kittens, and the 25mg tablet is the most suitable strength for very young, very small patients where anything higher would overshoot the required dose. Your vet will calculate the right amount based on current body weight and check in as the animal grows during the course of treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Varies (Generic)","offers":[{"title":"1 tablet","offer_id":41784859918497,"sku":"839066-1","price":0.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400 tablets","offer_id":41784859852961,"sku":"839066","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/clindamycin-tablets-25mg-400-pet-medicine-519.jpg?v=1778506174","url":"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/products\/clindamycin-tablets-25mg","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}