§ 520.315 - Cefadroxil powder for oral suspension.

(a) Specifications. Cefadroxil powder is reconstituted to form a 50 milligram-per-milliliter aqueous suspension.

(b) Sponsor. See No. 000856 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter.

(c) Conditions of use. (1) For use in dogs as follows:

(i) Indications for use. For treating genitourinary tract infections (cystitis) caused by susceptible strains of Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, and Staphylococcus aureus; and skin and soft tissue infections including cellulitis, pyoderma, dermatitis, wound infections, and abscesses caused by susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus.

(ii) Amount. 10 milligrams per pound of body weight, twice daily.

(2) For use in cats as follows:

(i) Indications for use. For treating skin and soft tissue infections including abscesses, wound infections, cellulitis, and dermatitis caused by susceptible strains of Pasteurella multocida, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, and Streptococcus spp.

(ii) Amount. 10 milligrams per pound of body weight, once daily.

(3) Limitations. Discard unused portion of reconstituted product after 14 days. Treatment should continue for 48 hours after animal is afebrile or asymptomatic. If no response after 3 days, discontinue treatment and reevaluate therapy. Not for use in animals raised for food production. Safe use in pregnant or breeding animals has not been established. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.