Ceftazidime Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Horses By Weight
Important Safety Information
There may be some pain from SQ and IM injection. Use with caution in animals with renal impairment.
Monitor renal function during prolonged therapy.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 162-163
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | SQ, IM | 25-30 mg/kg | q8h |
| IV | 25-30 mg/kg | q6h | |
| IV Infusion | Loading: 1.2 mg/kg Maintenance: 1.56 mg/kg/hr |
Constant infusion | |
| Cats | SQ, IM | 25-30 mg/kg | q8h |
| IV | 25-30 mg/kg | q6h | |
| IV Infusion | Loading: 1.2 mg/kg Maintenance: 1.56 mg/kg/hr |
Constant infusion |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | IV, IM | 20 mg/kg | q8h |