Hypocalcaemia in Leopard Geckos
Reptile · Eublepharis macularius · typical adult weight 0.04–0.10 kg
2 cited drugs treat Hypocalcaemia in leopard geckos: Calcium Gluconate, Calcium glycerophosphate / calcium lactate.
Low circulating calcium. Causes range from acute parturient hypocalcaemia in livestock to chronic nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism (NSHP / MBD) in reptiles. Acute treatment requires calcium gluconate; chronic management addresses husbandry and diet.
The overview above describes Hypocalcaemia across species; the citations below are the ExoticRx dose rules scoped to leopard geckos — a reference list, not new species-specific clinical guidance.
Calcium Gluconate
Emergency| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC, IM, IV | 50–100 mg/kg | SC/IM/IV; interval not stated in source | Hypocalcaemia (low ionised Ca) | Weak | 296. Mans C, Braun J. Update on common nutritional disorders of captive reptiles. Vet Clin North Am Exot Anim Pract. 2014;17:369-395. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.263 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW) |
Calcium glycerophosphate / calcium lactate
Uncategorized| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC, IM, ICe | 10 mg/kg | q24h x 1-7 days | Hypocalcaemia | Weak | 15. Barten SL. The medical care of iguanas and other common pet lizards. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. 1993;23:1213-1249. — Mined from Mader's Reptile and Amphibian Medicine and Surgery, 3rd Ed, p.1416 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW) |
Other conditions in Leopard Geckos
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