Ataxin contains Enrofloaxacin, a broad spectrum antibiotic indicated for the management of diseases associated with bacteria susceptible to enrofloxacin like deep pyodermas, recurrent infections of the urogenital tract, infectious otitis, lower respiratory tract infections. It may also be used in either dogs or cats to combat infections involving Pseudomonas. Enrofloxacin is also active against Staphylococci and thus is commonly used for skin infections.