Acetaminophen Codeine Dosing for dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle, Pigs By Weight
Important Safety Information
Contraindicated in cats due to potential toxicity.
No dose has been reported for large animals (horses, cattle, pigs).
Administer deliver doses of codeine equivalent to 0.5-1.0 mg/kg every 4-6 hours orally in dogs.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 31-32
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | PO | 0.5-1.0 mg/kg | Every 4-6 hours |
| Cats | - | Contraindicated | - |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | - | No dose reported | - |
| Cattle | - | No dose reported | - |
| Pigs | - | No dose reported | - |