What antibiotics are used for rabbits?
The most commonly used class of drugs in ferrets and rabbits are the quinolones. This antibiotic group is safe, can be given orally, and is effective against Pasteurella and other serious gram negative infections. Enrofloxacin is used at 10-30 mg/kg q24hrs IM/SC/PO. Metronidazole is used for anaerobic infections.
Can you give tetracycline to rabbits?
When needed for treatment of an infection in a rabbit, these drugs should be prescribed only by a veterinarian well-versed in rabbit medicine. Infections caused by bacteria can occur anywhere in the body….
| Antibiotic | Tetracycline |
|---|---|
| Injectable Use? | Yes |
| Oral Use? | No |
| Other Use? | No |
What antibiotic eye drops are safe for rabbits?
If your rabbit is found to have an infection, your veterinarian will suggest an antibiotic to treat the infection and symptoms. There are some medications that may be used which are chloramphenicol, ciprofloxacin, or gentamicin. A saline solution may be used to wash his eyes as well.
How can I treat my rabbits eye infection at home?
Antibiotic eye drops to treat kill any bacteria. Artificial tears to keep the eyes moist while they heal. Anti-inflammatory pain relief if their eyes are very sore or inflamed. Regularly bathing your rabbit’s eyes to remove discharge.
What is the use of Terramycin?
Terramycin is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of wide variety of bacterial infections. Terramycin may be used alone or with other medications. Terramycin belongs to a class of drugs called Antibacterial.
Which antibiotics should be avoided in rabbits?
This has been called “antibiotic toxicity.” Antibiotics contraindicated for oral administration in rabbits include but not limited to clindamycin, lincomycin, erythromycin, ampicillin, amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, and cephalosporins.
What is metoclopramide used for in rabbits?
Metoclopramide (0.5 mg/kg PO, SC q6-8h) has been used as a gastrointestinal promotility agent; efficacy is questionable. 8 Because rabbits are very sensitive to corticosteroids and because these drugs may exacerbate subclinical bacterial infections, corticosteroids are not generally indicated for use in this species.
How do you treat an abscess on a rabbit?
Most rabbit abscess cases will require the use of oral or injectable antibiotics. If the entire abscess is completely removed, then the antibiotics might not be necessary or may be used for only a short time. If the abscess was only lanced and drained, then antibiotic therapy might continue for weeks to months.
How do you treat conjunctivitis in rabbits?
Treatment
- Antibiotic eye drops to treat kill any bacteria.
- Artificial tears to keep the eyes moist while they heal.
- Anti-inflammatory pain relief if their eyes are very sore or inflamed.
- Regularly bathing your rabbit’s eyes to remove discharge.
Can you use antibiotic ointment on rabbits?
Small shallow wounds may be cleaned with a clean cotton or gauze pad and some Betadine (may also use Peroxide, but never in deep cuts or punctures!). May use Neosporin (with NO pain killer/lidocaine, which can induce heart failure in rabbits).