Synonyms: Convenia® (veterinary)
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Cefovecin is a third generation cephalosporin belonging to the β-lactam class of antibacterial compounds. It has activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria and was developed for use in veterinary medicine [1].
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References |
1. Stegemann MR, Passmore CA, Sherington J, Lindeman CJ, Papp G, Weigel DJ, Skogerboe TL. (2006)
Antimicrobial activity and spectrum of cefovecin, a new extended- spectrum cephalosporin, against pathogens collected from dogs and cats in Europe and North America. Antimicrob Agents Chemother, 50 (7): 2286-92. [PMID:16801403] |
2. Stegemann MR, Sherington J, Blanchflower S. (2006)
Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of cefovecin in dogs. J Vet Pharmacol Ther, 29 (6): 501-11. [PMID:17083454] |
3. Stegemann MR, Sherington J, Coati N, Brown SA, Blanchflower S. (2006)
Pharmacokinetics of cefovecin in cats. J Vet Pharmacol Ther, 29 (6): 513-24. [PMID:17083455] |