Albon is indicated for use in cats and dog. It is
occasionally prescribed for other animals. Not for human use. Do not
use in any animal that does not have a prescription.
Children should not be permitted to administer this
antibiotic.
Read all manufacturer-provided directions and precautionary
statements prior to use.
Complete the prescribed regimen, even if symptoms
seem to be gone; symptoms may clear up before infections are fully eliminated.
The following directions represent a standard administration.
Use exactly as prescribed.
Albon Oral Suspension Directions:
- Give 1 tsp. (5 mL) per every
10 lbs. of body weight as an initial dose.
- Give ½ tsp. (2.5 mL) per every
10 lbs. of body weight once every 24 hours thereafter.
- Administer with or without food.
- Allow unrestricted access to
water during treatment and encourage drinking to prevent crystalline
formations in your pet's urine.
Albon Oral Tablets Directions:
1. Give 250 mg per every 10 lbs. of body weight
as an initial dose.
2. Give 125 mg per every 10 lbs. of body weight
once every 24 hours thereafter.
3. Administer with or without food.
4. Allow unrestricted access to water during treatment
and encourage drinking to prevent crystalline formations in your pet's
urine.
Frequency of Use:
Albon is typically administered once daily. The
duration of treatment varies, but often only lasts 3 to 5 days. Treatment
should continue until 48 hours after symptoms are fully cleared up.
Storage:
Keep out of reach of children and animals.
Store product at room temperature, between 59 and
86 degrees F.
It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent
with its labeling.
Sulfadimethoxine, the active ingredient in Albon,
is an effective low-dose antibiotic that treats a variety of infections.
It stops bacterial production of folic acid and proteins, thereby preventing
bacterial reproduction. Some of the bacteria it works against include
salmonella, staphylococci, streptococci, proteus, klebsiella, shigella,
and escherichia. It also eliminates coccidial infections. Albon treats
many enteric, genitourinary, respiratory tract, urinary tract, and soft
tissue infections.
Albon requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
Albon (sulfadimethoxine)
Albon oral suspension contains 250 mg sulfadimethoxine
per tsp. (5 mL) in a custard-flavored carrier.
Albon oral tablets are available in 125 mg, 250
mg, and 500 mg sulfadimethoxine doses.
Warnings:
Keep this product out of reach of children and animals.
Do not use or store in or near open flame or heat.
Albon is intended for animal use only. Administer
only to animals that have a prescription.
Use as directed by your veterinarian.
Animals require plenty of water during a regimen
of Albon administration.
CAUTION: Not for use in animals with a hypersensitivity to this or other sulfa
drugs.
Not for pregnant or nursing animals, or those with
kidney or liver disease.
Tell your veterinarian if your pet has bladder or
kidney stones.
Side effects may include sulfa crystals in the urine
(best prevented by adequate water intake), fever, dry eyes, anemia,
diarrhea, vomiting, inflammation of the joints, diminished appetite,
rash, kidney damage, and others. Discontinue administration and contact
your veterinarian right away if you notice any of these adverse reactions.
Signs of an overdose may include the above-named
side effects and behavioral changes. Seek immediate veterinary attention.
Sulfadimethoxine does not treat viral or rickettsial
infections. It sometimes proves ineffective against resistant strains
of bacteria.
If your pet shows no sign of improvement within
3 days, contact your veterinarian for reconsideration of diagnosis and
treatment.
Consult your veterinarian before administering any
other medication or supplement while your pet is being treated with
Albon.
Antacids can interfere with the absorption of sulfa
drugs like Albon. Do not administer any antacids within 3 hour of an
Albon dose.
Warranty and Manufacturer Information:
NADA #15-102, Approved by FDA
MADE IN INDIA
Distributed by: Pfizer Animal Health, Div.
of Pfizer Inc, NY, NY 10017
Albon 5% Oral Suspension:
805 373 000
NAC No.: 36901772
Albon Tabs:
75-8430-11IN.00
MAR 2008
NAC No.: 36901782