Azithromycin Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle, Calves By Weight
Important Safety Information
Use with caution in animals with liver impairment. Monitor for gastrointestinal side effects.
For foals: the 1-g packet can be mixed with water to create suspension for oral administration.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 93-96
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | PO | 5-10 mg/kg | Once daily for 5-7 days, then every other day |
| Cats | PO | 5-10 mg/kg | Once daily for 7 days, then q48h |
| PO | 10-15 mg/kg | Daily for 3 days, then twice weekly |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | PO | 10 mg/kg | q24h initially for 5 days, then q48h after response |
| Cattle | IM | 10 mg/kg | Once daily |
| Calves | PO | 33 mg/kg | Once daily for 7 days |