Melarsomine Dihydrochloride Dosing for Dogs By Weight
Important Safety Information
Administer via deep IM injection. Class 1-2: 2.5 mg/kg/day for 2 consecutive days. Class 3: 2.5 mg/kg once, then in 1 month two additional doses 24 hours apart.
See "Instructions for Use" section for more alternative protocols for these patients.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 513-514
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | IM | 2.5 mg/kg | Class 1-2: Daily for 2 consecutive days Class 3: Single dose, then in 1 month two additional doses 24h apart |
| Cats | - | Not recommended | |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | - | No large animal doses have been reported | |
| Cattle | - | No large animal doses have been reported | |
| Pigs | - | No large animal doses have been reported | |
Instructions for Use
Dogs: Administer via deep IM injection.
Class 1-2: 2.5 mg/kg/day for 2 consecutive days.
Class 3: 2.5 mg/kg once, then in 1 month two additional doses 24 hours apart.
See product literature for more alternative protocols for these patients.