Dextromethorphan Dosage Calculator

Dextromethorphan Dosage for Dogs and Cats By Weight
Trade Names: Benylin and others
Functional classification: Antitussive

Dextromethorphan Dosing for Dogs and Cats By Weight

Important Safety Information

Use is not recommended because efficacy at these doses has not been shown.

It has little value for treating large animals.

Reference Source

Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 252-253

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Standard Dosage Guidelines

Small Animal Dosage

Species Route Dosage Frequency
Dogs PO 0.5-2 mg/kg Every 6-8 hours
Cats PO 0.5-2 mg/kg Every 6-8 hours

Large Animal Dosage

Species Route Dosage Frequency
No dosing information available. It has little value for treating large animals.