Vitamin K Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Birds, Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Goats By Weight
Important Safety Information
Vitamin K is primarily used as an antidote for anticoagulant rodenticide poisoning.
For rodenticide poisoning cases, treatment duration depends on the type of rodenticide - short-acting (10-14 days) vs long-acting (3-6 weeks).
Monitor coagulation parameters during treatment and adjust dosage as needed.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 871-872
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Indication | Route | Dosage | Frequency | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs and Cats | Short-acting rodenticides | IM, SQ, PO | 1 mg/kg | Once daily | 10-14 days |
| Long-acting rodenticides | IM, SQ, PO | 2.5-5 mg/kg | Once daily | 3-6 weeks | |
| Birds | General use | SC, IM, PO | 2.5-5 mg/kg | Once daily | 14-28 days |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle, Calves, Horses, Sheep, Goats | SQ, IM | 0.5-2.5 mg/kg | Once daily | As needed |