Butorphanol Tartrate Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle, Ruminants By Weight
Important Safety Information
Use with caution in animals with respiratory depression, head injuries, or increased intracranial pressure.
Monitor for sedation and respiratory depression, especially when used in combination with other sedatives.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 120-121
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Indication | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | Antitussive | SQ | 0.055 mg/kg | q6-12h |
| Antitussive | IM | 0.011 mg/kg | q6-12h | |
| Antitussive | PO | 0.5-1 mg/kg | q6-12h | |
| Analgesic | IV, IM, SQ | 0.2-0.4 mg/kg | q2-4h | |
| Cats | Analgesic | IV, SQ | 0.2-0.8 mg/kg | q2-6h |
| Analgesic | PO | 1.5 mg/kg | q4-8h |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Indication | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | Pain | IV | 0.2-0.4 mg/kg | q3-4h |
| Pain | IM | 0.04-0.2 mg/kg | As needed | |
| Cattle | Analgesic | IV | 0.01-0.02 mg/kg | As needed |
| Ruminants | Analgesic | IV | 0.05-0.2 mg/kg | As needed |