Esmolol Hydrochloride Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Horses By Weight
Important Safety Information
Administer IV doses slowly over specified time periods as indicated. Monitor heart rate and blood pressure closely during administration.
Use with caution in animals with heart failure, asthma, or diabetes. Contraindicated in animals with severe bradycardia or heart block.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 326-327
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs and Cats | IV | 0.05-0.5 mg/kg | 0.5 mg/kg IV, may be given as 0.05-0.1 mg/kg slowly every 5 min |
| CRI | 50-200 mcg/kg/min | 0.5 mg/kg slowly over 30-60 sec followed by infusion |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | IV | 0.2-0.5 mg/kg | 0.2 mg/kg over 1 min IV, after 10 min administer 0.5 mg/kg over 1 min IV |
| CRI | 25 mcg/kg/min | 0.5 mg/kg IV, followed by 25 mcg/kg/min IV |