Guaifenesin Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Horses By Weight
Important Safety Information
For horses: Triple-drip mixture contains 1 liter of 5% guaifenesin in dextrose, mixed with 500 mg xylazine and 2 grams ketamine.
Use with caution and monitor animals closely during administration.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 397-398
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | PO | 3-5 mg/kg | q8h |
| IV | 110 mg/kg | 2.2 mL/kg/hr of 5% solution with alpha₂ agonists and ketamine | |
| Cats | PO | 3-5 mg/kg | q8h |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | IV | 110 mg/kg | Infused rapidly prior to other anesthetic agents |
| CRI | 110 mg/kg | 2.2 mL/kg/hour of 5% solution | |
| Induction | 90 mg/kg | Administered over 3 minutes, followed by propofol 3 mg/kg IV bolus | |
| Triple-drip | 110 mg/kg | 1.1 mL/kg for induction, then 2-4 mL/kg/hr infusion |