Is 600mg Clindamycin too much for my 80lb dog? What about side effects?

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Hi, I took my dog to the vet today for his anal sac that was bleeding and was about to rupture. This was caused from him getting colitis after a dental cleaning. The vet gave him Clindamycin and he's taking 600 mg twice a day. On his first dosage he seems very mellow. We noticed the side effects could be diarrhea and vomiting. We don't want him to go through that again. Is this the correct dosage? It seems extremely high!! help!! I am worried now.... Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 11 years and 3 months old | 80 lbs

Lauren Jones VMD · Accepted Answer

Poor Sonnie! Nearly any antibiotic can cause vomiting and diarrhea as a side effect, so I would not become overly concerned about that point. If Sonnie does develop this, call his vet and offer a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken and white rice for a few days to allow his stomach to settle. As for the dosage, clindamycin has a wide dose range when treating abscesses. Sonnie is currently receiving 16 mg/kg, and this range can go up to 33mg/kg. Continue following the prescribed directions and call his vet if anything changes for him. I hope that all goes well!

Is 600mg Clindamycin too much for my 80lb dog? What about side effects?

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