Virbac Lixen 600 Cefalexin Tablets for Dogs and Cats, 7 Tablets

About Lixen 600 Tablet

Bacterial infections of the skin, ears, gut, urinary tract or chest can make a pet feel unwell, and they need the right antibiotic to clear.

Lixen 600 Tablet is a tablet from Virbac that contains cefalexin 600mg. Cefalexin is a first generation cephalosporin antibiotic.

Vets commonly use it for skin, respiratory and soft tissue infections. Your vet will confirm it suits your pet and set the dose and how long to give it.

Available Strengths

• Lixen 300mg, 7 Tablets
• Lixen 600mg, 7 Tablets (this page)

This is the 600mg strength, for medium and large dogs.

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.

Features and Benefits

• Tablet form. Easy to store, and you can hide it in a small piece of food if your vet allows.
• Vet-guided. Your vet sets the dose and length of treatment for your pet.

How It Works

• Cefalexin. It stops bacteria from building their cell walls, so they burst and die.

How to Use

• Dose. Give Lixen 600 Tablet exactly as your vet prescribes. The dose depends on your pet's weight, age and condition.
• Giving a tablet. Place it at the back of the tongue, close the mouth gently and stroke the throat until your pet swallows. You can also hide it in a small piece of food if your vet says this is fine.
• Missed dose. Give it as soon as you remember, unless the next dose is nearly due. Never give two doses together.
• Finish the course. Keep giving it for as long as your vet says, even if your pet seems better, so the infection does not come back.
• 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.
• Tell your vet if your pet is allergic to penicillin.
• Tell your vet about any other medicines your pet takes, and if your pet 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 Lixen 600 Tablet?

Yes. Lixen 600 Tablet 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 Lixen 600 Tablet used for?

Lixen 600 Tablet contains cefalexin 600mg. Vets use it for skin, respiratory and soft tissue infections. Your vet decides whether it is right for your pet and for how long.

What if I miss a dose of Lixen 600 Tablet?

Give it as soon as you remember. If the next dose is nearly due, skip the missed one and carry on as normal. Never give a double dose.

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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.