General Drug Information and Indications

Ticarcillin/clavulanate combination injectable for susceptible gram-negative and beta-lactamase-producing infections in horses. Extended-spectrum penicillin/beta-lactamase inhibitor combination (ticarcillin + clavulanate potassium). Mechanism: ticarcillin binds PBPs → inhibits cell wall synthesis; clavulanate irreversibly inhibits class A and C beta-lactamases → protects ticarcillin from enzymatic degradation → extended spectrum including beta-lactamase-producing Staph, E. coli, Klebsiella. Key information Ticarcillin/clavulanate IV. Extended-spectrum penicillin. Reconstitute; refrigerate; use within 24 hours (frozen 3 days). IV over 30 min. Penicillin allergy cross-reactivity possible.

How to Give this Medication

IV: reconstitute and dilute in compatible IV fluid; infuse over 30 min. Use within 6 hrs of reconstitution at room temperature. Store refrigerated (2–8°C); do not freeze. (longer stability). If a dose is missed This medication is administered by a veterinarian or veterinary staff in a clinical setting. Missed doses are managed by your veterinary team — contact your veterinarian to reschedule.

Side Effects

Same as ticarcillin + clavulanate. Hypersensitivity. High sodium/potassium load. GI: diarrhea. Phlebitis (IV). Hypokalemia. Superinfection. Clavulanate increases GI adverse effects.

Precautions

For animals See ticarcillin + clavulanate. Avoid in beta-lactam-hypersensitive animals. Reduce dose or extend interval in renal impairment. Monitor electrolytes. For people handling this medication Wear gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Beta-lactam/inhibitor combination — penicillin allergy risk. Wear gloves. Injectable — administered by veterinary staff only. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. If accidentally self-injected, seek emergency medical attention immediately.

Overdose

Contact your veterinarian. Ticarcillin/clavulanate overdose causes GI signs. IV administration — managed by veterinary staff.

Timentin dosage forms

ProductStrengthFormSizeType
TIMENTIN 3.1 GM INJECTABLE: TICARCILLIN/CLAVULANIC ACID3.1 GMInjectable1Commercial

Sources

This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual – Penicillins Use in Animals (https://www.merckvetmanual.com/pharmacology/antibacterial-agents/use-of-penicillins-in-animals); Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)