Nitroprusside (Sodium Nitroprusside) Dosing for dogs and Cats By Weight
Important Safety Information
Do not exceed 10 mcg/kg/min in dogs and cats. Start with 2 mcg/kg/min and increase gradually by 1 mcg/kg/min until desired blood pressure is achieved.
Use with caution and monitor blood pressure closely. No large animal doses are reported.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 597-598
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | IV | 1-5 mcg/kg/min | Start with 2 mcg/kg/min, increase gradually by 1 mcg/kg/min |
| Cats | IV | 1-5 mcg/kg/min | Start with 2 mcg/kg/min, increase gradually by 1 mcg/kg/min |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Large Animals | - | No large animal doses reported | - |