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I took in a very frightened little neddy 2 months ago, he is snuffly. I have tried all the usual, septrin, baytril. Anyone tried penicillin injections? I cannot get him healthy enough to risk vaccinate, let alone neuter, but he is enjoying his life for the first time, even though I cannot give him enough!

I am waiting an answer from my vets, but just wondered if anyone here has tried.

Alice
 
Hi Alice

I've had good results from using Tribrissen (via injection) and Zithromax (oral solution) for snuffles. Don't think I've ever used penicillin for snuffles, but I've had good results using it for stuff like abscesses, which I suppose are often caused by the same bacteria as snuffles.
 
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I have had numerous Rabbits who have been treated with Depocillin for URTIs amongst other things.

With 'Snuffles' it is usually necessary to try a multi-faceted approach to treatment. This may include:

Skull Xrays to establish if Dental Disease is involved (elongated tooth roots which have penetrated the nasal passages-very likely in a Nethie)

Deep nasal swabs to try to establish the exact bacteria involved (it is not ALWAYS Pasteurella) then the most appropriate abx can be prescribed.

Administering abx by several routes- systemic, via a nebuliser, via direct application of eye/nose drops

Giving a mucolytic (Bisolvon) to thin out the mucus secretions

Systemic anti-inflammatories (Metacam) to reduce soft tissue inflammation in the nasal passages

Echinecea may help boost the Bun's immune system

Often treatment needs to go on for a long time, months rather than weeks. Relapses can occur, especially at times of stress.
 
Jack's-Jane said:
I have had numerous Rabbits who have been treated with Depocillin for URTIs amongst other things.

With 'Snuffles' it is usually necessary to try a multi-faceted approach to treatment. This may include:

Skull Xrays to establish if Dental Disease is involved (elongated tooth roots which have penetrated the nasal passages-very likely in a Nethie)

Deep nasal swabs to try to establish the exact bacteria involved (it is not ALWAYS Pasteurella) then the most appropriate abx can be prescribed.

Administering abx by several routes- systemic, via a nebuliser, via direct application of eye/nose drops

Giving a mucolytic (Bisolvon) to thin out the mucus secretions

Systemic anti-inflammatories (Metacam) to reduce soft tissue inflammation in the nasal passages

Echinecea may help boost the Bun's immune system

Often treatment needs to go on for a long time, months rather than weeks. Relapses can occur, especially at times of stress.
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Everything Jane & Amy said.

I've used depocillin in a large dose for a good period with good results, but unfortunately it just didnt clear it up totally, so are now trying Zithromax (Azithromycin) with metacam, with a view to nebulising F10 if this does not work as well.
 
We are trying penicillin injections soon for Bluebell. If you are worried you could ask your vet about giving metronidazole along side it as it helps protect the gut.
 
Hi Guys,

Thank you for your replies. Yes, I must admit one of my major concerns is dental. I am dusting off my nebuliser, but he is such a frightened little chap I am worried the stress of the noise may cause more harm than good.

I hate having these cases at the rescue. I always feel it takes me so long to find the time to give it my best shot! I am currently trying to fit in 2 rabbits who are fighting in a garden and tearing chunks off each other!

I have a vet visiting today and am trying to squeeze him in with a rabbit specialist vet on Saturday. Trouble is, I already have the appointment jam packed, I will get my pretty blonde friend to flutter her eyelashes at him!

Alice
 
We used penicillin as a last resort for my rabbit that had abscesses..... She went dopey for a day but recovered and her abscesses healed too.

Our vet said it was a 'kill or cure' last resort, as penicillin isnt too great for buns.

Good luck with the poor chap! X
 
Hope things improve I was injecting Frank every third day. Metacam and septrin. Let me know if there is anything I can do.
 
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