Most severe adverse effect is dose-related CNS toxicity. High doses have caused lethargy, CNS depression, ataxia, vomiting, and weakness. Metronidazole may be mutagenic.
Contraindications, Precautions, and Drug Interactions
Fetal abnormalities have not been demonstrated in animals with recommended doses, but use with caution during pregnancy.
Instructions for Use
Maximum dose that should be administered is 50-65 mg/kg, every 24 hours, in any species. Tablets have been broken or crushed for oral administration to cats; however, cats find these unpalatable.
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