Oxazepam Dosing for Dogs and Cats By Weight
Important Safety Information
For cats: Appetite stimulant dose is 2.5 mg/cat PO. Maximum effect is from 1 mg/kg, but doses as low as 0.1 mg/kg have been effective.
For dogs: For some indications it has been administered every 6 hours.
No doses have been reported for large animals.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 613-615
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cats | PO | 0.2-0.5 mg/kg | q12-24h |
| PO (Behavior disorders) | 1-2 mg/cat | q12h | |
| Dogs | PO | 0.2-1 mg/kg | q12-24h |
Special Notes
| Species | Indication | Special Dosage | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cats | Appetite stimulant | 2.5 mg/cat PO | Maximum effect from 1 mg/kg, effective from 0.1 mg/kg |
| Dogs | Behavior disorders or sedation | 0.2-1 mg/kg PO | For some indications administered q6h |
Large Animal Information
No doses have been reported for large animals.