Mannitol Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle, Pigs By Weight
Important Safety Information
Use with caution in animals with cardiovascular disease, renal impairment, or dehydration.
Monitor fluid and electrolyte balance during administration.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 497-498
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Indication | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | Diuretic | 1 g/kg | IV to maintain urine flow (5%-25% solution) |
| Fluid expansion | 0.5-2 g/kg | IV (or 0.1 g/kg/hr) | |
| Glaucoma or CNS edema | 0.25-2 g/kg | IV over 30-60 min (15%-25% solution, repeat in 6 hours if necessary) | |
| Cats | Fluid expansion | 0.5-0.8 g/kg | IV over 5 minutes, followed by CRI of 1 mg/kg/min |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Horses, Cattle, Pigs | 0.25-1 g/kg | IV administered over 1 hour (20% solution) |
| Foals | 0.25-1 g/kg | IV administered over 15-20 minutes (20% solution) |