Will she need a probiotic....

[RococoRabbitz]

.... while on antibiotics?

Our beautiful Lulu is going to have her neuter op on the 26th of this month. She will have her op in the morning and then stay at the vet's for the rest of the day and overnight. She will receive painkillers and antibiotics. Now I'm wondering, won't she need a probiotic also...? I know there are probiotics on the market which help to re-establish the 'good' bacteria in a bunny's digestive tract when on antibiotics - but I'm sure my vet hasn't mentioned this ...? Or would this be given routinely anyway..? :?

I'm sure you all know a lot more about these things than I do as Lulu & Diva are my first rabbits...!

 

[kerry-123]

I don't think so I think she will be fine with what your vet gives her esp since she is getting pain relief but I'm sure someone with more expertise will be along soon :wave:

 

[lilbun]

I think it's a good idea. You should be able to buy some, no need for a prescription

 

[Bunnykids]

Pro c from pets at home £5.09.
I have always used it in my rabbits/hamsters water.

 

[ecudc]

why are they giving her anti biotics? it isn't usually standard?

I would say yes to the probiotic though as neutering is stressful. Start her a week before on the Pro C as suggested.

 

[RococoRabbitz]

Thanks for the advice! I had no idea they were selling it at P@H.... I spent ages googling for it...

They are routinely giving antibiotics after ops, to prevent any infections. I personally think it's a great idea - except that ABs kill the 'good' bacteria as well as the harmful ones. Which is bad news for a bunny...

 

[Dustyrabbit]

I just ask for some Avipro at our vets and they dispense me a little pot, cost less than £1.