While antibiotics have become an increasingly important part of veterinary medicine, it is important for the pet owner to understand that the use of antibiotics comes at a cost. The inability of antibiotics to avoid damaging the beneficial bacteria of the gut creates gastrointestinal problems for companion animals.
A healthy digestive system results from an appropriate microflora balance in the stomach. Unfortunately, as we have already seen, antibiotics do not always select between good and bad bacteria
Prevents them adhering to the intestinal wall and so they are excreted
To produce protein which will bind pathogens – prevents them adhering to the intestinal wall and so they are excreted
Provides a substrate to support growth of desirable microorganisms
Antibiotic Resistance: happens when germs like bacteria and fungi develop the ability to defeat the drugs designed to kill them. That means the germs are not killed and continue to grow.
Antimicrobial stewardship is a set of coordinated measures designed to improve and measure the appropriate use of antimicrobials. It aims to reduce antibiotic resistance by limiting the use of broad spectrum antibiotics.
One way in which we can help is the boosting of our pet’s natural immune system.
One of the most visible side effects of antibiotic use is a lack of energy in Pets. This is usually a symptom of the infection being treated.
The passing of certain medications such as antibiotics through the gastrointestinal tract can lead to a loss of appetite. A lack of absorption of essential nutrients can lead to further illness due to a weakened immune system.
Certain antibiotics can also induce diarrhoea. Diosmectite can successfully reduce the frequency of watery stools.
The paste can be added to the animal’s food or administered directly using the syringe.
Storage Instructions
Store in a cool, dry place. For animal use only. Keep out of reach of children.
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