Depocillin Query

[Stewybus]

Are there any instances when the antibiotic Depocillin can be given to a guinea pig either orally or by injection x

 

[sport_billy]

@helen105281 @Wiebke @furryfriends (TEAS) @Elwickcavies @Adelle

 

[Guinea-pigGaga]

Would imagine only as a last resort/ after antibiotic sensitivity testing - Would imagine there would be a safer antibiotic. Should only be given via intramuscular injection.

 

[Adelle]

Penicllin based injections are usually given subcutaneously either as it is specifically required for a certain strain of bacteria or as a last resort, but shouldnt be given orally as far as i am aware.

Cant be specific for the one u mention.. Sorry @Stewybus x

 

[helen105281]

Not sure either am afraid.

 

[furryfriends (TEAS)]

Are there any instances when the antibiotic Depocillin can be given to a guinea pig either orally or by injection x

I've used injectable depocillin in rabbits but it should NEVR be used for guinea pigs

 

[flintstones]

I've used 'penicillin' on my Fred many years ago, can't remember the name of the medicine it was derived from penicillin - that much I am certain of.

The vet at the time advised me it could not be given orally as it is toxic. Fred had injections, and recovered well.

 

[pig in the city]

As far as l am aware penicillin in any form is not safe for piggies. There is usually a safe alternative

 

[eileen]

Ive checked the dangerous mediction list on guinea lynx and it suggests any Penicillin bsed drug any route is not safe to give to cavies,as highly toxic .