Pentastarch Dosing for dogs, Cats, Horses By Weight
Important Information
No doses have been reported for other large animals.
Monitor for volume overload and adjust dosage based on clinical response.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 643-644
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | CRI | 10-25 mL/kg/day | Daily |
| Cats | CRI | 5-10 mL/kg/day | Daily |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | IV Bolus | 8-15 mL/kg | Single dose |
| CRI | 0.5-1 mL/kg/hr | Continuous |