Interferon Dosing for Dogs and Cats By Weight
Important Information
For cats: Three separate 5-day treatments must be performed at day 0, day 14, and day 60.
Oral administration: Although oral products may not be absorbed, some efficacy has been demonstrated from this route.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 428-429
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | IV | 2.5 million units/kg | Once daily for 3 consecutive days |
| Cats | IV, SQ | 1 million units/kg | Once daily for 5 consecutive days. Three separate 5-day treatments at day 0, day 14, and day 60 |
| PO | 10 units/kg | Human interferon alpha on an alternate-week schedule |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| No large animal doses have been reported | |||