Bioclan Oral Solution

How does Bioclan work?

Bioclan oral solution 25mg/ml contains clindamycin, a lincosamide antibiotic with bacteriostatic action that is used to treat a wide range of serious bacterial infections in cats and dogs. Clindamycin in Bioclan oral solution 25mg/ml is effective against a range of sensitive bacteria including Staphylococcus aureus and intermedius, Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum and Clostridium perfringens. Clindamycin in Bioclan oral solution 25mg/ml works by binding to the bacterial ribosome, a structure involved in protein synthesis and this inhibits the early stages of bacterial protein synthesis, so that the bacteria cannot make important proteins required for survival of the bacteria, which inhibits bacterial growth and prevents the spread of infection. Clindamycin in Bioclan oral solution 25mg/ml is lipid soluble and therefore, penetrates many body fluids and tissues, such as soft tissue, bone and joints; it also penetrates biofilms found in dental and bone infections. It is rapidly absorbed and concentrates in the white blood cells at the site of infection.

How should Bioclan be given?

You should give your pet Bioclan oral solution 25mg/ml once or twice daily depending on what they are being treated for using the calibrated dosing syringe provided, and the dose given should be according to body weight. You should continue to give Bioclan oral solution 25mg/ml for as long as recommended by your veterinary professional which ranges from 14-28 days, depending on what your pet is being treated for.

Dosage for dogs:

For general infection: 5.5 -33 mg/kg (2.5-15mg/lb) every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days, discontinue if no effect within 3-4 days

For osteomyelitis: 11 -33mg/kg (5-15mg/lb) every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days.

Dosage for cats:

For general infection: 11 -33mg/kg (5-15mg/lb) every 24 hours for a maximum of 14 days, discontinue if no effect within 3-4 days.

What are the side effects of Bioclan?

The most commonly reported side effects when taking Bioclan oral solution 25mg/ml include vomiting and diarrhoea. Clindamycin may cause overgrowth of non-sensitive organisms like yeast and the toxin-producing bacterium clostridium in the intestines, which can cause intestinal problems.