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How long does it take for CONVENIA to work in a cat?

How long does it take for CONVENIA to work in a cat?

Peak blood levels are seen within 2.0 hours in cats and 6.2 hours in dogs. This means that Convenia can start killing the bacteria quickly. However, based on the severity of the infection, your veterinarian is best able to predict when a difference in the skin is likely.

How do you give CONVENIA to a cat?

Cats. CONVENIA should be administered as a single, one-time subcutaneous injection at a dose of 3.6 mg/lb (8 mg/kg) body weight. After an injection of CONVENIA, therapeutic concentrations are maintained for approximately 7 days for Pasteurella multocida infections.

What is Convenia used for?

Convenia is used to treat infections caused by certain specific bacteria (see the SPC for further details). It is generally given as a single injection, and the effect of the injection lasts for up to 14 days. Depending on the infection concerned, the injection can be repeated if necessary (up to three times).

How long does it take for Convenia to work on a cat?

Depending on the severity of your cat’s urinary tract infection, you may notice immediate improvement in her urination or it may take several days before you notice a difference. In most cases, you should notice a marked improvement by day 10 after the Convenia injection.

How long does it take for Convenia to work on urinary tract infection?

A single injection of Convenia can provide a full-course antibiotic treatment and is the equivalent of 14 days of antibiotics. Depending on the severity of your cat’s urinary tract infection, you may notice immediate improvement in her urination or it may take several days before you notice a difference.

How long does an injectable Convenia injection last?

Convenia is an injectable antibiotic with a unique formulation which means that one injection lasts for a full two weeks (most injectable antibiotics are only effective for 24 hours).

Can a cat take an antibiotic without Convenia?

There are some cats who have definitely had adverse effect, and many that have not. I had a cat who absolutely could not be pilled (even by the Vet), so she always got Convenia when she needed an antibiotic.

Depending on the severity of your cat’s urinary tract infection, you may notice immediate improvement in her urination or it may take several days before you notice a difference. In most cases, you should notice a marked improvement by day 10 after the Convenia injection.

A single injection of Convenia can provide a full-course antibiotic treatment and is the equivalent of 14 days of antibiotics. Depending on the severity of your cat’s urinary tract infection, you may notice immediate improvement in her urination or it may take several days before you notice a difference.

Can you give a cat subcutaneous fluid injection?

Giving injections is outside the comfort zone for almost anyone outside the medical profession. However, subcutaneous fluid administration is not nearly as difficult as it sounds. The benefits that your cat receives will make it well worth your time to learn this simple technique.

When to give a second subcutaneous injection to an animal?

A second subcutaneous injection of 3.6 mg/lb (8 mg/kg) may be administered if response to therapy is not complete.