"Oral antibiotics" refer to medications that are taken by mouth in the form of pills, capsules, or liquids to fight bacterial infections inside the body. Full definition
If your dog develops an infection, your vet might prescribe a course of oral antibiotics along with topical antibiotic cream. (dogcare.dailypuppy.com)
More severe infections will be treated with oral antibiotics for a period of 10 to 14 days, sometimes longer if the symptoms are more severe. (lyndenvet.com)
Your kitty may need oral antibiotics if the infection is widespread and unfortunately only a vet can prescribe these. (pethelpful.com)