Virbac Fortivir Enrofloxacin Injection, 30ml

About Fortivir Injection

Some medicines work best as an injection, given by a vet when a fast or reliable dose is needed.

Fortivir Injection is an injection from Virbac that contains enrofloxacin. Enrofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that kills a wide range of bacteria.

Vets commonly use it for bacterial infections of the skin, urinary tract, gut and chest. Your vet will confirm it suits your animal and set the dose and how long to give it.

Available Pack Sizes

• Fortivir Injection, 30ml (this page)
• Fortivir Injection, 100ml

This is the 30ml vial.

Prescription Notice

This is a prescription veterinary product. Animeal dispenses it only against a valid prescription from a registered veterinarian. You can upload the prescription at checkout or send it on WhatsApp to +91 90041 57093.

Composition

Active ingredients listed for this product. The exact strength is printed on the pack.

Features and Benefits

• Broad spectrum. Works against many of the bacteria behind skin, urinary, gut and chest infections.
• Injection. Works quickly and gives a reliable dose when tablets are not practical.
• Vet-guided. Your vet sets the dose and length of treatment for your animal.

How It Works

• Enrofloxacin. It blocks DNA gyrase, an enzyme bacteria need to copy their DNA, so the bacteria die.

How to Use

• Given by a vet. Injections should be given by a vet, or by someone your vet has trained, using a sterile needle and syringe each time.
• Dose. Your vet works out the dose from your animal's weight and condition, and decides how many injections are needed.
• Storage. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, unless the pack gives other storage directions. Keep out of reach of children.

Safety and Precautions

• Stop and call your vet if your pet has vomiting, diarrhoea, a rash or swelling of the face.
• Do not use it if your pet has had a reaction to this type of antibiotic before.
• Vets avoid it in growing puppies and young animals, because it can affect developing joint cartilage.
• Use with care in pets with a history of fits.
• Follow the milk and meat withdrawal period printed on the pack before milk or meat from treated animals is used for food.
• Tell your vet about any other medicines your animal takes, and if your animal is pregnant, nursing or has liver or kidney problems.

About Virbac

• Who is Virbac. Virbac is a French animal health company with an Indian arm, Virbac Animal Health India.
• What they make. Its range covers vaccines, antiparasitics, antibiotics, supplements and pet food for pets and farm animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a prescription for Fortivir Injection?

Yes. Fortivir Injection is a prescription medicine. Animeal needs a valid prescription from a registered vet before it can be dispatched. You can upload it at checkout or send it on WhatsApp to +91 90041 57093.

What is Fortivir Injection used for?

Fortivir Injection contains enrofloxacin. Vets use it for bacterial infections of the skin, urinary tract, gut and chest. Your vet decides whether it is right for your animal and for how long.

Can I give Fortivir Injection at home?

Only if your vet has prescribed it and shown you how to inject safely. Most injections are given at the clinic.

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Product Information

This product requires a valid prescription from a registered veterinarian. Animeal shares this information for educational purposes only. Always consult your vet before use.