520.608—Dicloxacillin sodium monohydrate capsules.
(a) Specifications.
Each capsule contains dicloxacillin sodium monohydrate equivalent to 50, 100, 200, or 500 milligrams of dicloxacillin.
(c) Conditions of use. Dogs—
(1) Amount.
5 to 10 milligrams per pound of body weight, three times daily. In severe cases, up to 25 milligrams per pound of body weight three times daily.
(2) Indications for use.
Treatment of pyoderma (pyogenic dermatitis) due to penicillinase-producing staphylococci sensitive to the drug.
(3) Limitations.
For the treatment of dogs only. Continue treatment for 24 to 48 hours after the animal has become afebrile or asymptomatic, Administer 1 to 2 hours before feeding to ensure maximum absorption. Not for use in animals which are raised for food production. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.