Carboplatin Dosing for Dogs and Cats
Important Safety Information
Carboplatin is a potent chemotherapeutic agent. Use with extreme caution and only under veterinary supervision.
Monitor for bone marrow suppression, nephrotoxicity, and other chemotherapy-related side effects.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 136-137
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | IV | 300 mg/m² (dogs ≤15 kg) | Every 3-4 weeks |
| 350 mg/m² (dogs >15 kg) | |||
| Cats | IV | 200-227 mg/m² (equivalent to 14.7 mg/kg for 4-kg cat) | Every 4 weeks for four treatments |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| No dose has been reported for large animals. | |||