Re: Off antibiotics?

Tue, 13 Jun 2006 16:52:31 -0700

It sounds like a few things could be going on.  1)  She isn't on the right antibiotic, 2) she isn't on a "strong" enough one (one that can reach deep areas - Clavamox and Amoxi are "weaker"), 3) she isn't staying on it long enough, 4) she isn't being given the proper dosage.  Check the manufacturer's recommendations, not just what your doctor tells you.  Also, being immuno-compromised, it could take a lot longer for her to beat the bacteria.  7-10 days is standard for a normal, healthy cat.  It may also be sufficient for your + cat sometimes, but also maybe not sometimes.  I think it is also important to note that it is not bad to have your cat on antibiotics, but only when actually necessary.  Baytril is one highly effective antibiotic.
 
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Tuesday, June 13, 2006 1:26 PM
Subject: Off antibiotics?

Hi,
I wrote about a week ago with a newly diagnosed 7 month kitten named Lucy. I've read several recommendations that I shouldn't put her back on antibiotics but the problem is that within a week of being off the antibiotics she is deathly ill. Today was day 7 of not being on them and following some of the regimins suggested to boost her immune system and she woke up today with a fever of 106, runny eyes, and barely able to walk. The vet gave me antibiotics again because without them I really believe she would be dead very quickly. For those of you who do recommend no antibiotics, how do you get them well when they get sick right away?
 
Thanks,
Maggie

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