Cladaxxa® Chewable Tablets

Oral tablets for dogs and cats
Active ingredients: Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid

Composition

Each Cladaxxa® chewable tablet contains:

• Amoxicillin trihydrate

• Clavulanic acid (as potassium clavulanate)

Available in three dosages:

• Cladaxxa® 40 mg/10 mg: 40 mg Amoxicillin + 10 mg Clavulanic Acid

• Cladaxxa® 200 mg/50 mg: 200 mg Amoxicillin + 50 mg Clavulanic Acid

• Cladaxxa® 400 mg/100 mg: 400 mg Amoxicillin + 100 mg Clavulanic Acid

Pharmacotherapeutic group: Penicillins in combinations
Description: Pink, round, non-uniform tablets with a score line on one side.

Indications

Cladaxxa® chewable tablets are used in dogs and cats to treat bacterial infections such as:

• Skin diseases (including deep and superficial pyoderma)

• Urinary tract infections

• Bacterial respiratory infections (upper and lower airways)

• Bacterial enteritis

Contraindications

• Do not use in animals hypersensitive to β-lactam antibiotics.

• Not suitable for rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, chinchillas, or other small herbivores.

Side Effects

• Typically well tolerated if used as directed.

• In cases of allergic reactions, discontinue use and administer antihistamines or symptomatic therapy.

Target Species

• Dogs and cats

Dosage and Administration

• Administer orally, either by hand or mixed with food.

• Food intake does not affect absorption.

• Standard dose: 12.5 mg/kg (total active ingredients) twice daily

• Severe infections (e.g., respiratory): 25 mg/kg twice daily

• Duration: 5–7 days, extendable to 10–28 days for chronic or deep infections under veterinary supervision

Special Precautions

• Do not miss doses; if missed, administer as soon as possible and continue as instructed.

• Wear gloves; avoid eating, drinking, or smoking during administration. Wash hands after use.

• If contact with skin or mucous membranes occurs, rinse with water.

• Individuals allergic to penicillins should avoid contact. Seek medical attention if accidental ingestion occurs.

Use during pregnancy and lactation: Only under veterinary supervision.

Overdose

• No known symptoms; monitor and consult a veterinarian.

Interactions

• Do not use concurrently with bacteriostatic antibiotics.

Withdrawal Period

• Not for use in food-producing animals or horses.

Shelf Life

• 3 years from production date

• Unused half-tablets must be returned to the blister and used within 12 hours

• Do not use after expiry date

Packaging

• 40/10 mg and 200/50 mg: 10 tablets per blister, boxes of 1 or 10

• 400/100 mg: 6 tablets per blister, boxes of 2 or 10

• Each box includes an instruction leaflet

Storage

• Store in sealed packaging, at 0°C to 25°C, away from direct sunlight and food