Study of the use of cefovecin (Convenia; Zoetis UK) in cats in first opinion practice in the UK, using the SAVSNET database

Abstract

Our objective was to describe the use of cefovecin (Convenia; Zoetis UK), a third generation injectable cephalosporin, in cats in first opinion practice in the UK using the SAVSNET-the Small Animal Veterinary Surveillance Network-database. Data were obtained as an excel database from SAVSNET for all feline entries containing the word Convenia and/or cefovecin from September 2012-September 2013. Duplicate case entries and those found not to have received Convenia were removed. Using the clinical notes, entries were classified according to body system, microbiological evaluation, concurrent therapies, indications and reason for use. Data were exported into SPSS and descriptive analysis performed. Indications for use were compared to datasheet recommendations.