Calcitriol Dosing for Dogs and Cats By Weight
Important Safety Information
Do not exceed 5 ng/kg/day in cats. Monitor calcium and PTH levels regularly during treatment.
Use with caution in animals with hypercalcemia or vitamin D toxicity.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 124-125
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Condition | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | Renal secondary hyperparathyroidism in chronic renal failure | 2.5 ng/kg, PO | Once daily |
| Cats | Hypocalcemia (after removal of parathyroid glands) | 0.25 mcg/cat PO or 0.01-0.04 mcg/kg/day PO (10-40 ng/kg/day) | Every 48 hours |
| Renal secondary hyperparathyroidism | 2.5 ng/kg, PO | Once daily |
Large Animal Dosage
| No dose has been reported for large animals. |