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Amoxycare, 250 mg, Hard Capsules

Active ingredient: Amoxicillin

Form

Capsule

Species

Dogs

Manufacturer

Bimeda Animal Health Limited

VMD MA No.

50146/4009

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Clinical information

Amoxycare, 250 mg, Hard Capsules — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 18 Mar 2026.

The product is indicated in the treatment and control of diseases
caused by or associated with bacterial pathogens sensitive to
Amoxycillin. These include the following groups of pathogens.

Revised: October 2018
AN: 00834/2018
Pasturella spp.
Staphylococci (penicillin sensitive strains)
Streptococci
When susceptible organisms are present treatment may be effective in
the following indications:
localised infections
alimentary tract infections
respiratory infections
urogenital tract infections
secondary bacterial infections
general infections

Recommended dose: 10 - 20 mg/kg twice daily for seven days. This
dose may be increased and/or repeated at more frequent intervals at
the clinician’s discretion.
To be given by the oral route only.
The dog may be dosed with the capsule or alternatively the capsule
may be added to a little feed.

Not to be administered to animals known to be sensitive to beta-lactam
antibiotics.
Do not treat dogs less than 10kg bodyweight.
Not to be administered to small herbivores.

None known.

As with all penicillins, the product may cause hypersensitivity (allergy)
following ingestion. It should not be used when the dog is known to be
allergic to penicillins.
As with all other penicillins, bacterial resistance to amoxycillin may
occur. Thus antibiotic sensitivity testing should be considered if a
clinical condition fails to respond to treatment within 5 days.
In common with many antibiotics, administration of amoxycillin may
disturb the gut flora.

(i) Precautions for use in animals
For oral administration only.
(ii) Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the
veterinary medicinal product to animals
Penicillins and cephalosporins may cause hypersensitivity (allergy)
following injection, inhalation, ingestion or skin contact.
Hypersensitivity to penicillins may lead to cross-reactions to
cephalosporins and vice versa. Allergic reactions to these substances
may occasionally be serious.
1. Do not handle this product if you know you are sensitised, or if you
have been advised not to work with such preparations.
2. Handle this product with great care to avoid exposure, taking all
recommended precautions.

Revised: October 2018
AN: 00834/2018
3. If you develop symptoms following exposure such as a skin rash,
you should seek medical advice and show the doctor this warning.
Swelling of the face, lips or eyes or difficulty with breathing are more
serious symptoms and require urgent medical attention.
Wash hands after use.

interaction
Amoxycillin is unlikely to interact significantly with any of the other
drugs commonly administered to dogs.
It is not recommended to administer bactericidal and bacteriostatic
antibiotics concomitantly.

Do not store above 25°C.
Store in a dry place.
Protect from light.

Not applicable.

Revised: October 2018
AN: 00834/2018
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This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.