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by emtnurse on January 15, 2005
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anyone know what type of antibiotics they use for resp infections for a tortoise?? Bought a sulcota with a runny nose and a hot enviroment is not working like I thought it would. Do the vets prescribe Biaxin or Augmentin?? Thanks for all replys. Bryan
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by cottonmouth on January 15, 2005
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Tetracycline would be the best for that type of issue but be careful with anything else unless you consult a vet. Pennicilan or amoxocilan will kill most herps if im not mistaken.
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by emtnurse on January 15, 2005
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I dont think tetracyclines would be used, although I could be wrong. It is used for acne, gonorrhea, syphilis, anthrax, bronchitis, and peridontitis.It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, but I will look into it futher. Thanks for your reply. Bryan
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by cottonmouth on January 16, 2005
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NO NO, Pennicillian is used for those listed below; Tetra is for Sinus, respritory , urinary ect. I went to web md and checked it out.
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by emtnurse on January 16, 2005
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Also, the Tetra's are notorious for the worst side effects of GI upset. I hardly ever give it to my patients because my hospital HARDLY uses it. Not saying that it cant treat sinus/ resp problems, but there are better antibiotics to use. Bryan
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by emtnurse on January 16, 2005
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I didnt mean for that post to sound rude Cotton, you just seem like you have Nursing experience. Just curious. Please dont take offense, none intended. Bryan
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by cottonmouth on January 17, 2005
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None taken, I was an emt and then cardio tech in the late 80's to mid 90's but never continued or furthered it. All of my certifications have long since run out...
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