Pyridostigmine Bromide Dosing for dogs, Cats By Weight
Important Safety Information
Use with caution in animals with cardiovascular disease, respiratory conditions, or gastrointestinal disorders.
Monitor for cholinergic crisis symptoms including excessive salivation, vomiting, diarrhea, and muscle weakness.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 721-723
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | IV | 0.02-0.04 mg/kg | q2h (Antimyasthenic) |
| PO | 0.5-3 mg/kg | q8-12h (Antimyasthenic) | |
| IM, IV | 0.15-0.3 mg/kg | As needed (Muscle blockade antidote) | |
| Cats | PO | 0.1-0.25 mg/kg | q24h |
| IV | 0.01-0.03 mg/kg | CRI per hour |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | - | No doses have been reported for large animals | |
| Cattle | - | No doses have been reported for large animals | |
| Pigs | - | No doses have been reported for large animals | |