Clinical Uses of Amoxicillin in Animals

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What is a key reason for the declined use of Methicillin in clinical settings?

It is associated with nephrotoxicity. (correct)

It is significantly more expensive than other options.

It has become ineffective against all strains of bacteria.

It causes severe allergic reactions in all patients.

Which of the following statements is true regarding the interaction of Probenecid with penicillins?

It increases the tubular secretion of penicillins.

It enhances the drug's activity against MRSA strains.

It increases the blood concentration of penicillins. (correct)

It reduces the half-life of penicillins.

Which type of penicillin should be administered with caution in cases of hyperkalemia due to its potassium content?

Potassium penicillin G (correct)

Methicillin

Procaine penicillin

Amoxicillin

Which drugs are known to displace penicillins from plasma protein binding sites, potentially decreasing their half-life?

Salicylates and sulphonamides Signup and view all the answers

What complication is most frequently associated with the administration of high doses of sodium salt penicillin G in patients with congestive heart failure (CHF)?

Worsening of sodium retention Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a contraindication for the use of penicillins?

Concurrent use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary clinical use of Co-amoxiclav in small animals?

Treating skin and soft tissue infections Signup and view all the answers

Which component of Ampicillin-Sulbactam serves to inhibit beta-lactamase?

Sulbactam Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct ratio of Ticarcillin to clavulanic acid for administration?

30:1 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following organisms is NOT susceptible to the antibiotics outlined?

Pseudomonas aeruginosa Signup and view all the answers

What is the general mechanism of action for beta-lactam antibiotics?

Inhibit cell wall synthesis Signup and view all the answers

For which condition is Piperacillin + Tazobactam indicated due to its broad spectrum activity?

Drug-resistant bacterial infections Signup and view all the answers

Which animal would most likely receive 50 mg/kg of Ticarcillin sodium + clavulanic acid for intravenous infusion?

Horse Signup and view all the answers

What issue in bacterial populations can lead to treatment failure with beta-lactam antibiotics?

Production of beta-lactamases Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions is Ampicillin NOT effective in treating?

Cold and flu Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary mechanism of action for Beta-lactam antibiotics like Ampicillin?

Inhibition of cell wall synthesis Signup and view all the answers

How does the spectrum of activity differ between Ampicillin and Amoxicillin?

Amoxicillin is specifically used to treat Helicobacter pylori. Signup and view all the answers

What issue may arise with high doses of Na-carbenicillin?

Sodium overload leading to fluid retention Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario is Ticarcillin specifically approved for use?

As an intrauterine infusion in horses Signup and view all the answers

What type of bacteria is Ampicillin particularly effective against?

Hydrophilic Gram-negative bacteria Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Clinical Uses of Antibiotics

Effective for skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs), respiratory tract infections, and peritonitis.
Commonly used in small animals like dogs (kennel cough, peritonitis), cats (UTI, skin infections), calves (enteritis, navel ill), and pigs (respiratory issues, metritis, agalactia).
Prednisolone combined with Co-amox-CA is utilized for mastitis through intramammary administration.

Ampicillin-Sulbactam

Combination of ampicillin and sulbactam (beta-lactamase inhibitor).
Administered parenterally, with ratios of 7:1 to 14:1 or 16:1.
Effective against ampicillin-resistant strains and pathogens like Pasteurella spp, Staphylococcus aureus, and Haemophilus pleuropneumoniae.
Targets both aerobic and anaerobic bacterial infections, suitable for surgical, abdominal, and skin infections.
Dosage: Dogs and cats 20-50 mg/kg, cattle 10 mg/kg.

Ticarcillin + Clavulanic Acid

Administered at a 30:1 ratio for treating drug-resistant bacteria.
Given via IV infusion, with dosages of 15-25 mg/kg for dogs and cats, 50 mg/kg for horses.

Piperacillin + Tazobactam

Broad-spectrum antibiotic with an 8:1 ratio, effective against most Gram-positive and Gram-negative aerobic bacteria, including many beta-lactamase producers.
Associated with thrombocytopenia and platelet issues.
Potential organ toxicity includes neuronal irritation, seizures, ataxia in dogs, and kidney damage.

Drug Interactions

Aminoglycosides enhance the activity of penicillins.
Salicylates, sulphonamides, and phenylbutazone can decrease penicillin half-life by displacing it from plasma protein binding sites.
Probenecid may increase blood concentration of penicillins, prolonging half-life.

Contraindications

Not recommended for patients hypersensitive to penicillins, pregnant animals, or in cases of septicemia and shock.
Increased doses of potassium and sodium penicillins are contraindicated in patients with electrolyte imbalances, renal diseases, or congestive heart failure due to potential exacerbation of conditions.
Care is required with potassium penicillin G to avoid hyperkalemia.

Antimicrobial Spectrum

Effective against various Gram-negative bacteria, including Bordetella, Haemophilus, E. coli, Salmonella, and Shigella.
Amoxicillin specifically targets Helicobacter pylori.

Clinical Applications of Extended Spectrum Penicillins

Extended spectrum penicillins (e.g., Carbenicillin, Ticarcillin) are effective against Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Proteus.
Commonly used for burns, UTIs, and septicemia.
Carbenicillin is employed for UTIs when oral therapy fails, but high sodium doses can lead to sodium overload and fluid retention.
Ticarcillin is FDA approved for equine intrauterine infusion.

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This quiz covers the clinical applications of Amoxicillin in treating various infections in small animals. Topics include skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections, and respiratory tract infections, particularly in dogs and cats. Test your knowledge on the specific conditions and treatments associated with Amoxicillin.