Isoproterenol Hydrochloride Dosage Calculator

Isoproterenol Hydrochloride Dosage for dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle, Pigs By Weight
Trade Names: Isuprel, Isoprenaline hydrochloride
Functional classification: Beta-agonist

Isoproterenol Hydrochloride Dosing for dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle, Pigs By Weight

Important Safety Information

For IV administration in small animals: Dilute 1 mg in 500 mL of 5% dextrose or lactated Ringer's solution and infuse at 0.5-1 mL/min (1-2 mcg/min) or to effect.

Use with caution in animals with cardiovascular disease, hypertension, or hyperthyroidism.

Reference Source

Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 440-441

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Standard Dosage Guidelines

Small Animal Dosage

Species Route Dosage Frequency
Dogs & Cats IM, SQ 0.01 mg/kg Every 6 hours
IV 0.001-0.002 mg/kg 0.5-1 mL/min IV infusion
CRI 0.00001-0.0001 mg/kg Per minute continuous infusion

Large Animal Dosage

Species Route Dosage Frequency
Horses, Cattle, Pigs IV 0.001 mg/kg Every 15 minutes until desired response