Title: Sulfadimethoxine | VCA Animal Hospital
Headings: Sulfadimethoxine
Sulfadimethoxine
By Rania Gollakner, BS, DVM, MPH
What is sulfadimethoxine?
How is sulfadimethoxine given?
What if I miss giving my pet the medication?
Are there any potential side effects?
Are there any risk factors for this medication?
Are there any drug interactions I should be aware of?
Is there any monitoring that needs to be done with this medication?
How do I store sulfadimethoxine?
What should I do in case of emergency?

Content: Sulfadimethoxine | VCA Animal Hospital
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By Rania Gollakner, BS, DVM, MPH
Medications
What is sulfadimethoxine? Sulfadimethoxine (brand name: Albon®) is a sulfonamide antimicrobial usually used to treat coccidiosis but can also be used to treat other types of infections in dogs and cats. Its use in small mammals and reptiles to treat coccidia or other infections is 'off label' or ' extra label'. Many drugs are commonly prescribed for off label use in veterinary medicine. In these instances, follow your veterinarian’s directions and cautions very carefully as their directions may be significantly different from those on the label.