Procainamide Hydrochloride Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Horses By Weight
Important Safety Information
Do not exceed 40 mg/kg total in dogs orally. Do not exceed 20 mcg/kg IV in horses.
Use with caution in animals with cardiovascular disease, renal impairment, or hepatic dysfunction.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 702-704
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | PO | 10-30 mg/kg | q6h (max 40 mg/kg) |
| IV or IM | 8-20 mg/kg | As needed | |
| CRI | Loading: 10 mg/kg Then: 20-50 mcg/kg/min |
Constant rate infusion | |
| Cats | IM or PO | 3-8 mg/kg | q6-8h |
| CRI | 1-2 mg/kg IV slowly Then: 10-20 mcg/kg/min |
Constant rate infusion |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | PO | 25-35 mg/kg | q8h |
| IV | Up to 20 mcg/kg | Single dose |