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  • Cefovecin

    Cefovecin (brand name: Convenia®) is a cephalosporin antibiotic used off label in cats and dogs for skin infections, periodontal disease, and urinary tract infections. It has also been used as a part of outpatient treatment for parvovirus and other bacterial infections. Cefovecin is given by injection under the skin.

  • Cefpodoxime

    Cefpodoxime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat skin infections in dogs. It is also used off-label in cats and to treat other types of infection. It is given orally in tablet or liquid form. Side effects are uncommon.

  • Ceftazidime

    Ceftazidime is a third-generation, injectable, cephalosporin antibiotic that kills bacteria. It is usually reserved for more serious infections. It comes as an injectable solution that is given at the veterinary hospital. Ceftazidime is used off-label in dogs, cats, birds and reptiles.

  • Ceftriaxone

    Ceftriaxone is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat certain serious susceptible bacterial infections in cats, dogs, rabbits, and other animals. This medication is used off-label in veterinary medicine. Ceftriaxone comes in an injectable form.

  • Cephalexin

    Cephalexin (brand names Rilexine®, Keflex®, Vetolexin®) is an oral antibiotic used to treat pyoderma and other bacterial skin infections in dogs and is used off label (extra-label) in cats, horses, ferrets, reptiles, and birds to treat pyoderma and some other skin infections. It is sometimes used off label (extra label) to treat some urinary tract infections in cats and dogs.

  • Ceramides

    Ceramides are naturally occurring lipid (fat) molecules that make up a large portion of the outer skin layer. Ceramide skin care products are available as over-the-counter veterinary products in various topical forms. They are used to help manage skin conditions in dogs, cats, and other animals. Your veterinarian is the best source of information about the safety of non-drug health products in pets.

  • CeraSoothe KET Antiseptic Flush

    CeraSoothe KET Antiseptic Flush is used to treat and prevent ear infections in many species of pets. It comes as a liquid solution that is used topically within the ear canal.

  • Cerumenolytic Agents Otic

    Cerumenolytic agents otic (brand names Cerumene®, Douxo® Micellar, EpiKlean®, others) are topical agents used to soften the cerumen (earwax) in ears to help make wax removal easier in cats, dogs, and other animals. This medication is used off label in animals other than cats and dogs.

  • Cetirizine

    Cetirizine (Zyrtec®, Reactine®) is an antihistamine used off label to treat and prevent pruritus (itching) associated with atopic dermatitis, urticaria (hives), and insect bite reactions in cats and dogs. It may also be used for respiratory allergy symptoms.

  • Cetyl Myristoleate

    Cetyl myristoleate is a supplement given by mouth and is used over the counter to treat osteoarthritis, most commonly in dogs. Give as directed by your veterinarian. Side effects are uncommon but may include gastrointestinal upset. Use cautiously in debilitated, pregnant, or lactating pets. If a negative reaction occurs, please call your veterinary office.