Antimicrobials
Levofloxacin

Levofloxacin

Spectrum of Activity

Stewardship Considerations

General Information

Unknown. There is little justification for the use of levofloxacin in cats as there are multiple approved drugs and cost considerations are less compared to those with large dogs.

25 mg/kg PO q24h

CLSI breakpoint for Enterobacterales and Pseudomonas based on 25 mg/kg PO q24h

  • Can be considered when an off-label fluoroquinolone is required based on cost
  • Whenever possible, licensed veterinary fluoroquinolones should be used

Well absorbed (~100%) after oral administration.

No licensed veterinary product in Canada.