Cefovecin

Cefovecin (INN) is an antibiotic of the cephalosporin class, licensed for the treatment of skin infections in cats and dogs. It is marketed by Zoetis under the trade name Convenia. It is the first single dose injectable antibiotic for dogs and cats that assures compliancy of dosage for the animal. It is used for the treatment of skin infections caused by Pasturella multocida in cats, and S. intermedius/ S. canis in dogs. The advantage of using injectable antibiotics is not missing a dosage that can allow partially resistant microbes to strike recover during missed dosage. It is highly effective but should not be used in pregnant or lactating animals or in animals with a history of allergies to penicillin or cephalosporin drugs.