Hester Hestacef CV Cefpodoxime + Clavulanate Potassium Veterinary Antibiotic Tablet for Dogs & Cats | Skin, UTI, Respiratory & Ear Infections | 162.5mg & 325mg | Pack of 10

Prescription Required — For veterinary use only. Administer strictly under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.

Hester Hestacef CV Cefpodoxime + Clavulanate Potassium Veterinary Antibiotic Tablet for Dogs & Cats (162.5mg & 325mg | Pack of 10)

Hester Hestacef CV is a broad-spectrum veterinary antibiotic tablet combining Cefpodoxime Proxetil (third-generation cephalosporin) with Clavulanate Potassium (beta-lactamase inhibitor). This dual-action formulation targets both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains resistant to standard cephalosporins, providing enhanced antibacterial efficacy for dogs and cats.

Composition (per tablet)

• Hestacef CV 162.5mg: Cefpodoxime Proxetil equivalent to Cefpodoxime 125mg + Clavulanate Potassium equivalent to Clavulanic Acid 37.5mg
• Hestacef CV 325mg: Cefpodoxime Proxetil equivalent to Cefpodoxime 250mg + Clavulanate Potassium equivalent to Clavulanic Acid 75mg
• Note: verify exact composition from product label

Therapeutic Class

• Third-generation cephalosporin + beta-lactamase inhibitor combination antibiotic — broad-spectrum oral tablet for veterinary use

Key Benefits

• Broad-spectrum antibacterial coverage — Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms
• Beta-lactamase inhibition — Clavulanate Potassium protects Cefpodoxime from bacterial resistance
• Effective against resistant bacterial strains including beta-lactamase producers
• Palatable tablet for easy oral administration in dogs and cats
• Available in two strengths (162.5mg and 325mg) for flexible weight-based dosing

Indications

• Skin and soft tissue infections (wounds, abscesses, pyoderma)
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Respiratory tract infections
• Ear infections (otitis)
• Post-surgical bacterial infections

Directions for Use

• Administer orally as directed by a licensed veterinarian
• Select correct strength based on body weight — refer to product label for dosing chart
• Complete the full prescribed course — do not discontinue early
• Use with caution in animals with known hypersensitivity to cephalosporins or penicillins

Safety Information

• Prescription medicine — for veterinary use only; administer under licensed veterinary supervision
• Complete the full course to prevent recurrence and antibiotic resistance
• Keep out of reach of children
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; keep container tightly closed