Yohimbine Dosing for dogs, Cats, Horses By Weight
Important Safety Information
For reversal of sedatives in horses: 0.125 mg/kg IV (to reverse xylazine), 0.2 mg/kg IV (to reverse detomidine).
It may not be necessary to give the full dose initially. See "Instructions for Use" for more details.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 880-881
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs and Cats | IV | 0.11 mg/kg | Single dose |
| SQ or IM | 0.25-0.5 mg/kg | Single dose |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | IV | 0.125 mg/kg | To reverse xylazine |
| IV | 0.2 mg/kg | To reverse detomidine |
Note about reversal
It may not be necessary to give the full dose initially. See "Instructions for Use" for more details.