The drug which should have been used is ceftazidime rather than Baytril. Ceftazidime is not painful like Baytril and does not cause tissue necrosis at the injection sites. Additionally, it only needs to be given every 2 or 3 days rather than daily as Baytril normally is given.
In my opinion, you could switch right now. The tortoise has only had one dose of Baytril, right? Even if it has had more than a single dose, if it were my tortoise, I would not give it any more Baytril. I would change over to the ceftazidime right away.
As I said above, I would stop using it and switch to ceftazidime which you can give every other day for 5 doses.
I'm glad that you were able to find a vet and provide the recommended antibiotic. Antibiotics reduce appetite, when hydrating I suggest doing so in a bathtub so you can regulate the water temperature. Cutting up small pieces of fresh cocktail shrimp may entice your turtle to eat. This most super important thing is other than providing the medication is keeping your turtle warm
The op has a yearling Hermanni tortoise, not a turtle...in this case shrimp is not tortoise food...
I am glad members were able to help you, congrats...
obviously I forgot her species. The carrot soaks work for any chelonia...I'm glad for you...
God, she's beautiful! Hope you're both better now!
