Active Ingredient	Orbifloxacin
Manufacturer	Intervet
Origin	France
Reference	N/A

What is Orbax Oral Suspension (Orbifloxacin) used for?

Orbax (Orbifloxacin) Oral Suspension is a once-daily broad-spectrum antibacterial treatment for cats and small dogs. It is indicated in the treatment of skin infetions including wounds and abscesses in cats, and skin and soft tissue infections and urinary tract infections or cystitis in dogs.

How should I use Orbax Oral Suspension (Orbifloxacin)?

Dosage instructions for dogs: 1.1 to 3.4 mg/lb (2.5 to 7.5 mg/kg) of the dog's body weight each day. The actual dose will depend on the nature and severtiy of the infection. Your vet will advise you of a suitable dosage.

Dosage instructions for cats: 3.4 mg/lb (7.5 mg/kg) of body weight daily.

For most infections, treatment should continue for two to three days after cessations of clinical signs and symptoms. When being used to treat urinary tract infections in dogs, treatment should last for approximately ten days.

Orbax comes complete with a syringe for easy application.

1. Shake the bottle well before each use.
2. The first time the bottle is opened, place the enclosed plastic press-in dispenser flush with the top of the bottle.
3. With the bottle upright insert the enclosed syringe tip into the opening in the dispenser, pressing it in gently until it is fully inserted.
4. Turn the bottle and syringe assembly upside down and slowly pull the syringe plunger to draw in the correct volume of medicine, (using the markings printed on the syringe).
5. Turn the bottle back to its upright position after you draw in the liquid and pull out the syringe.
6. Gently hold the pet's head upward with one hand and insert the syringe tip into the animal's mouth, slowly pressing the syringe plunger to deliver the dose. If the pet is not cooperative, try putting a drop of Orbax Oral Suspension onto its paw and letting him taste it then present the syringe for him to lick.
7. Replace the cap on the bottle, rinse the syringe with water thoroughly and keep for reuse for the next dose.

What are the side effects of Orbax Oral Suspension (Orbifloxacin)?

Possible side effects in dogs: vomiting, convulsions, depression, lethargy, anorexia

Possible side effects in cats: blindness, mydriasis, anorexia, ataxia, depression/lethargy, vomiting, convulsions, abnormal retina, hypersalivation

Please Note

Orbifloxacin can cause arthropathy in dogs going through the rapid growth stage (between 2 and 8 months of age in small and medium-sized breeds, and up to 18 months of age in large and giant breeds). Orbifloxacin is contraindicated in dogs of this age.

Orbax Oral Suspension is intended for use in dogs and cats only. It is not for human consumption.

Cats can sometimes develop problems with the retina after using of fluoroquinolones. Use Orbifloxacin with caution in cats and make sure not to exceed the prescribed dosage.

Orbifloxacin should be used with caution in any pets with CNS disorders.