Calcium Gluconate and Calcium Borogluconate Dosing for Small and Large Animals By Weight
Important Safety Information
Always administer calcium solutions slowly IV. Monitor for cardiac effects during administration.
Use with caution in animals with hypercalcemia, renal impairment, or cardiac disease.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 129-130
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs and Cats | IV | 75-500 mg | Single dose, slowly |
Large Animal Dosage (Use Calcium Borogluconate)
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle and Horses | IV | 5-12 grams | Diluted in 500 mL, infused slowly |
| Pigs and Sheep | IV | 0.5-1.5 grams | Single dose, slowly |
| Dairy Cows | IV | 2 grams/100 kg | Slowly at a rate of 1 g/min |
| Horses | IV | 50-70 mg/kg | Diluted in 5% dextrose, infused slowly |