Nifedipine Dosing for Small Animals By Weight
Important Safety Information
Animal dose not established. In people, the dose is 10 mg/per person three times a day and increased in 10-mg increments to effect.
No large animal doses are reported. Use with caution and monitor response carefully.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 590-591
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | PO | 0.1-0.3 mg/kg | Three times daily |
| Cats | PO | 0.1-0.3 mg/kg | Three times daily |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | - | No established dose | - |
| Cattle | - | No established dose | - |
| Pigs | - | No established dose | - |