Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Is Ciprofloxacin Required After Being Bitten By A Dog?
Question: Can I give my 15 year old ciprofloxacin 500 mg for a small dog puncture bite from our dog. It is scarped over ,not swollow but the skin is red.
Brief Answer:
Ciprofloxacin is not for patients below 18 years
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing in to us.
Ciprofloxacin might cause serious bone problems in children below 18 years. Please avoid giving ciprofloxacin to your child.
A dog wound requires cleaning and examination by a doctor. Giving anti rabies vaccine and immunoglobulin is required. A tetanus shot is also recommended.
There are more safe antibiotics which can be given keeping in mind age of the patient. Please let your doctor about any medicine allergy when prescribing antibiotics.
Hope your query is answered.
Please do write back if you have any doubts.
Regards,
Ciprofloxacin is not for patients below 18 years
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing in to us.
Ciprofloxacin might cause serious bone problems in children below 18 years. Please avoid giving ciprofloxacin to your child.
A dog wound requires cleaning and examination by a doctor. Giving anti rabies vaccine and immunoglobulin is required. A tetanus shot is also recommended.
There are more safe antibiotics which can be given keeping in mind age of the patient. Please let your doctor about any medicine allergy when prescribing antibiotics.
Hope your query is answered.
Please do write back if you have any doubts.
Regards,
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
