Toxicity to pets

Antibiotics are commonly used in veterinary medicine to treat bacterial infections in dogs and cats. When antibiotics are ingested in toxic amounts, it can result in mild to severe signs ranging from gastrointestinal distress to organ dysfunction. Isoniazid, used for treatment of tuberculosis in humans, may result in severe clinical signs including death following toxic overdose. Always check with your veterinarian or Pet Poison Helpline® if your dog or cat accidentally ingested antibiotics to assess the severity of the overdose.