Vitamin E Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Calves, Cattle, Sheep, Swine
Important Information
All large animal doses are listed as per animal and may be repeated in 2-3 months.
For dogs with discoid lupus erythematosus: 200-400 units q12h PO.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 869-870
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Condition | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | General | PO | 100-400 units | q12h |
| Immune-mediated skin disease | PO | 400-600 units | q12h | |
| Discoid lupus erythematosus | PO | 200-400 units | q12h | |
| Liver disease | PO | 10-15 units/kg | Daily | |
| Cats | General | PO | 100-400 units | q12h |
| Immune-mediated skin disease | PO | 400-600 units | q12h | |
| Liver disease | PO | 10-15 units/kg | Daily |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calves | IM | 1200-1800 units | Single dose, repeat in 2-3 months |
| Cattle | IM | 2400-3000 units | Single dose, repeat in 2-3 months |
| Sheep | IM | 1200-1800 units | Single dose, repeat in 2-3 months |
| Swine | IM | 1200-1800 units | Single dose, repeat in 2-3 months |