Doxymax Pet 100 mg is a doxycycline-based veterinary antibiotic indicated for the treatment of bacterial infections in dogs, including those caused by intracellular microorganisms such as Ehrlichia canis (canine ehrlichiosis), as well as infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., Escherichia coli, Pasteurella multocida, Klebsiella pneumoniae and Leptospira interrogans serovar canicola. Composition Each tablet contains 115.40 mg of doxycycline hyclate, equivalent to 100 mg of doxycycline base. How to use and dosage It should be administered orally at a dose of 5 mg per kg of body weight, every 12 hours. Treatment usually lasts 7 to 28 days, as prescribed by your veterinarian. Dosage example with 100 mg tablets: ¼ tablet for dogs weighing 3.75 to 5 kg ½ tablet for dogs weighing 7.5 to 10 kg ¾ tablet for dogs weighing 10 to 15 kg 1 tablet for dogs weighing 15 to 20 kg. Indications Treatment of bacterial infections sensitive to doxycycline, including canine ehrlichiosis and other infections caused by gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Contraindications Should not be used in animals with hypersensitivity to doxycycline or other antibiotics of the tetracycline class. Contraindicated in pregnant females and in puppies under 12 months due to the risk of delayed bone and dental development. Side effects and precautions May cause nausea and vomiting, which can be minimized by administering the medication together with food. Use under veterinary prescription is essential to avoid bacterial resistance and ensure the safety of the animal. In summary, Doxymax Pet 100 mg is an effective broad-spectrum antibiotic for dogs, especially indicated for complex bacterial infections and ehrlichiosis, with dosage adjusted to the animal's weight and use controlled by a veterinarian.
