Not all bacteria in a dog’s organism are automatically bad.
This is especially true when they are found in the intestines. But this organ can also harbor bacteria that can cause real harm.
Here you can, among other things Calcium for the dog help. In the following guide we will tell you exactly what you need to consider here.
Kesium for dogs: what it is and what it is used for
Kesium for dogs is a prescription broad-spectrum antibioticwhich is used for the following diseases:
- Infections of the oral cavity or mucous membranes
- Lower Respiratory Tract Infections (Bronches & Lungs)
- Infections of the gastrointestinal tract
- urinary tract infections
- skin infections
There are two active ingredients that work in these bacterial infections: amoxicillin and clavulanic acid.
Depending on the strength of the tablets, Kesium contains a certain proportion of these two active ingredients.
Proper use and dosage of Kesium in dogs
The dog receives 10 mg of amoxicillin and 2.5 mg of clavulanic acid twice a day per kilogram of body weight.
You can either give the chewable tablets directly into your dog’s mouth or mix them with a little food, which is the easier alternative in most cases.
To make it a little easier for you, we have summarized the dosages for you in a clear table, depending on the tablet strength:
your dog’s body weightcesium40mg/10mgcesium50mg/12.5mgcesium200mg/50mgcesium400mg/100mgcesium500mg/125mg1 to 2 kg½ tablet twice a day––––2.1 to 4 kg1 tablet twice a day––––4.1 to 6 kg1.5 tablets twice a day––––6.1 to 8 kg2x daily 2 tablets––––7.6 to 10 kg–2x daily 2 tablets–––10.1 to 15 kg––2x daily ¾ tablet––15.1 to 20 kg––2x daily 1 tablet2x daily ½ tablet–20.1 to 25 kg––2x daily 1.25 tablets––25.1 to 30 kg––2x daily 1.5 tablets––30.1 to 35 kg––2x daily 1.75 tablets––35.1 to 40 kg––2x daily 2 tablets2x daily 1 tablet–40 to 60 kg–––2x daily 1.5 tablets2x daily 1 tablet60 to 80 kg–––2x daily 2 tablets2x daily 1.5 tablets
Please discuss the exact dosage of Kesium with your vet in advance – as well as the duration of Kesium application.
Important
Before treating your dog with Kesium, the vet’s approval is required. No medication should be administered to the dog on your own!
How long does it take for Kesium to work in dogs?
Kesium starts working in most dogs after 5 to 7 days.
You will probably be able to see the first improvements after a few days, but it will take a little longer until your fur nose is out of the woods.
If your dog has a chronic disease, for example of the bronchi, the duration of use can be longer than 7 days.
It is important that you plan to wean your dog off the antibiotics.
Once the complete treatment cycle is complete, the veterinarian usually advises a few more days to administer half the dose.
After a few days your dog will only get Kesium every 48 hours and then after a few days not at all.
Good to know
Since an antibiotic always attacks the intestinal flora, you should administer a supporting probiotic during and after the therapy.
What side effects can Kesium cause in dogs?
Unfortunately for dogs, Kesium can also produce side effects, most commonly occur here vomiting and mild diarrhea on.
Rarer but more serious side effects include skin allergies and anaphylaxis, which can lead to respiratory arrest.
Here it is important to stop the treatment with Kesium immediately and resort to another drug that contains neither amoxicillin nor clavulanic acid.
In this case, you should go to the vet as soon as possible, because every second counts, especially in the case of an anaphylactic shock!
Also note that your dog should not be given this medication if he has kidney failure or is allergic to penicillin.
Treatment with Kesium is also not recommended for pregnant or lactating bitches.
Where can I get Kesium for dogs?
Unfortunately, we have not yet found Kesium for dogs in an online pharmacy. However, your pharmacy may be able to order the medicine for you.
You will need a prescription from your vet for this. They should also have Kesium in stock, or a veterinary clinic if it’s near you.
What alternatives are there to Kesium for dogs?
There are some Kesium alternatives that you can use if your dog has had a bad experience with Kesium, such as Synulox or Calvudale.
These two antibiotics also contain the active ingredients amoxicillin and clavulanic acid and are administered, among other things, for bronchitis or pneumonia.
Conclusion
Kesium for dogs is a broad spectrum antibiotic used to treat Infections of the urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, lower respiratory tract and skin.
Thanks to the active ingredients amoxicillin and clavulanic acid, the dog’s state of health improves significantly after 5 to 7 days.
Unfortunately, Kesium can cause some side effects, including mild diarrhea and vomiting.
If you are looking for an alternative, you can talk to the vet about Synulox and Clavudale, among other things.
Has your dog already had experience with Kesium? Then we hope he’s doing well again and we’d love for you to share his story in the comments!