Miscellaneous Infections

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Surgically Managed Pyometra:

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If stable
  • No antibiotics
If unwell, consider perioperative
  • Amoxicillin (± clavulanate)
  • Cefalexin + enrofloxacin
Medically managed pyometra:
  • Amoxicillin (± clavulanate)

Mastitis​

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  • Cefalexin
  • Amoxicillin/clavulanate
  • Trimethoprim/sulphonamide
Treat for 2–3 weeks or until offspring weaned (early weaning NOT advised)

Mycoplasma haemofelis (feline infectious anaemia)​

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  • Doxycycline
Treat for 2–4 weeks

Suspected leptospirosis:​

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  • Amoxicillin (± clavulanate)
  • Doxycycline (may achieve improved renal clearance)
Treat for 2 weeks

Hepatic encephalopathy:​

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If stable
  • Diet and lactulose should be first line therapies
ONLY if clinical signs persistent despite dose escalation
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  • Metronidazole (decreased dose)
  • Amoxicillin
  • Ampicillin
Use ONLY until clinical signs are controlled
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