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US brand names:Baytril Otic
Fluoroquinolone that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, combined with silver sulfadiazine for broad-spectrum antibacterial coverage in otitis externa.
For dogs only (not cats). Apply once daily for 14 days. Shake well before use. Ototoxic if tympanic membrane is ruptured — verify intact TM before use.
Species references:All Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | Otic | See the cited source for the printed regimen | q24h for 14 days | Strong | Baytril Otic FDA Product Label — FDA NADA 141-176: BAYTRIL OTIC (ENROFLOXACIN, SILVER SULFADIAZINE) EMULSION [ELANCO US INC.] — https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=5012fe70-6394-45f5-be75-04297e39574d (label located and confirmed to name Enrofloxacin Otic Solution, 2026-08-06) |
| Dog (Domestic) | Otic | Ear cleaning before application improves efficacy | q24h for 14-21 days | Strong | Baytril Otic FDA Product Label; ACVD Otitis Guidelines — FDA NADA 141-176: BAYTRIL OTIC (ENROFLOXACIN, SILVER SULFADIAZINE) EMULSION [ELANCO US INC.] — https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=5012fe70-6394-45f5-be75-04297e39574d (label located and confirmed to name Enrofloxacin Otic Solution, 2026-08-06) |
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