Sodium Iodide (20%) Dosage Calculator

Sodium Iodide (20%) Dosage for Dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle By Weight
Trade Names: Iodopen and generic brands
Functional classification: Iodine replacement

Sodium Iodide (20%) Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle By Weight

Important Safety Information

For cattle: Administer IV dose slowly. Repeat treatment weekly as needed.

For horses: Follow the specific regimen of 3 days IV followed by 30 days of injections.

Consult specific oral dosing for small animals using potassium iodide formulations.

Reference Source

Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 760-761

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Standard Dosage Guidelines

Small Animal Dosage

Species Route Dosage Frequency
Dogs and Cats PO Consult oral dose for potassium iodide As directed

Large Animal Dosage

Species Route Dosage Frequency
Horses IV 125 mL of 20% solution Daily for 3 days, then 30 g/horse daily injection for 30 days
Cattle IV 67 mg/kg (15 mL per 100 pounds) Repeat weekly