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Acetylcysteine (Antidotal) for Dog

1 cited dose rule from the ExoticRx veterinary formulary. Verify against current literature before clinical use.

Trade names: Mucomyst, Acetadote

Dose ranges

RouteDoseFrequencyIndicationEvidenceSource
IV140 mg/kgLoading 140mg/kg IV, then 70mg/kg q4h x 7 dosesAcetaminophen toxicosisStrongPlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed; ASPCA Toxicology

Why a species-specific page? Acetylcysteine (Antidotal) pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in dog — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.

Sourced from primary literature; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.