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My pet missed some antibiotic dose. Should I wait for the next one?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 9 years and 3 months old | 9 lbs

Hi Dr. Melanie : the syringe with her antibiotic was resisting a bit and I pushed hard and in all squirted out some ended up in her mouth but most on me :/. I'm not sure what to do as I don't don't think she got enough. Is it okay if I just continue with her next dosage in the am ? Thank you for answering all my questions , I really appreciate it :)

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 19th, 2018

Not a problem Laila, I'm glad to help! It's absolutely fine to wait to give her more until when her next dose is due, especially since you aren't sure how much she was given. You don't want to give her too much and risk an overdose. Hopefully next time, the syringe won't get stuck and you can give her all the antibiotic! Have a great night :-)

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