Methocarbamol Dosing for dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle, Pigs By Weight
Important Safety Information
For dogs and cats: First day - 44 mg/kg q8h PO or IV, then 22-44 mg/kg q8h PO. Up to 130 mg/kg for severe conditions.
For horses: Higher oral doses (50-100 mg/kg) may produce mild-to-moderate depression.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 536-537
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | PO, IV | 44 mg/kg | q8h (first day) |
| PO | 22-44 mg/kg | q8h (subsequent days) | |
| Cats | PO, IV | 44 mg/kg | q8h (first day) |
| PO | 22-44 mg/kg | q8h (subsequent days) |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | IV | 11-22 mg/kg | q8h |
| PO | 50-100 mg/kg | As needed (may cause depression) | |
| Cattle | IV | 11-22 mg/kg | q8h |
| Pigs | IV | 11-22 mg/kg | q8h |