Acepromazine Maleate Dosing for dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle, Pigs By Weight
Important Safety Information
Do not exceed 3 mg total in dogs. Frequent dosing is not recommended in horses - an interval of 36-48 hours between doses is recommended.
Use with caution in animals with cardiovascular disease, seizures, or liver impairment.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 33-34
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | IM, IV, SQ | 0.025-0.1 mg/kg | Single dose |
| PO | 0.5-2.2 mg/kg | q6-8h | |
| Cats | IM, IV, SQ | 0.025-0.1 mg/kg | Single dose |
| PO | 1.1-2.2 mg/kg | q6-8h |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | IM | 0.04-0.1 mg/kg | q6-12h (not recommended frequently) |
| IM, SQ, IV | 0.01-0.05 mg/kg | Perioperative use | |
| Cattle | PO | 0.13-0.26 mg/kg | - |
| IM | 0.03-0.1 mg/kg | - | |
| IV | 0.01-0.02 mg/kg | - | |
| Pigs (Adult) | IV, IM, SQ | 0.03-0.2 mg/kg | Single dose |