Calcium Citrate Dosing for Dogs and Cats By Weight
Important Safety Information
Always administer with meals to improve absorption and reduce gastrointestinal upset.
For phosphate binding purposes, divide the daily dose and administer with each meal.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 128-129
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cats | PO | 10-30 mg/kg | Every 8 hours with meals |
| Dogs | PO | 20 mg/kg | Once daily with meals |
| Dogs and Cats | PO (Phosphate Binder) | 10-20 mg/kg | Divided doses with meals |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| No dose has been reported for large animals | |||