ICYMI. Although mild adverse effects are reported with many antimicrobials, alarming and severe adverse effects are possible even with commonly used drugs, share authors Mackenzie Gray, DVM, and Kate KuKanich, DVM, PhD, DACVIM. They list their top serious antimicrobial adverse effects and prevention strategies to help ensure patient safety.
Antimicrobials referenced with specific situations include:
- Enrofloxacin
- Sulfonamides
- Doxycycline
- Clindamycin
- Chloramphenicol
- Metronidazole
Source: Clinician’s Brief, July 2023. Link. Careful patient selection, drug formulation, dosages, and monitoring can help minimize risk for adverse effects, allowing safe and successful use of antimicrobials in companion animals.