This antibiotic has the advantage of once daily administration and it seems that the incidence of adverse effects is lower compared to other drugs of the same family. It is metabolized by the liver and causes depression of microsomal enzymes effecting the metabolism of other drugs similarly metabolized by the same pathway. Anemia and anorexia have been reported in cats. In humans, blood dyscrasias have been reported. They work by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis.
Food interferes with absorption.
Resistance is rare. Possible side effects are vomiting and diarrhea. Possible side effects are vomiting and diarrhea. These are broad spectrum, bactericidal antibiotics that work by inhibiting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall. Resistance is rare.