Alfaxalone for Veiled Chameleons
Reptile · Chamaeleo calyptratus · typical adult weight 0.09–0.20 kg
Alfaxalone is dosed at 5 mg/kg IV not specified in veiled chameleons, per Effect of GnRH agonist (deslorelin) on reproductive activity in captive female veiled chameleons (Chamaeleo calyptratus). Veterinarni Medicina. DOI 10.17221/31/2023-VETMED; PMID 37982053; PMCID PMC10581518. URL: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10581518/. Alfaxalone is used in veiled chameleons for anaesthesia induction for implant procedure. Routes documented in veiled chameleons: IV. A typical adult veiled chameleon weighs 0.09–0.20 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Alfaxalone in veiled chameleons, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Alfaxan
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IV | 5 mg/kg | not specified | anaesthesia induction for implant procedure | Weak | Effect of GnRH agonist (deslorelin) on reproductive activity in captive female veiled chameleons (Chamaeleo calyptratus). Veterinarni Medicina. DOI 10.17221/31/2023-VETMED; PMID 37982053; PMCID PMC10581518. URL: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10581518/ |
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These ranges are per kg. Enter your veiled chameleon's weight to get the precise dose and draw-up volume — unit and concentration math done for you.
Mechanism of action
Neuroactive steroid that modulates GABA-A receptors, producing dose-dependent sedation to general anesthesia.
Side effects & warnings
Apnea with rapid IV injection — titrate slowly. No analgesic properties. Short shelf life once broached (use within 6 hours unless preserved formulation). Good safety profile in exotic species.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for veiled chameleons may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Frequently asked questions
What is the dose of Alfaxalone for Veiled Chameleons?
Alfaxalone dose range in veiled chameleons, with cited source references: IV 5 mg/kg not specified.
How is Alfaxalone administered in Veiled Chameleons?
Documented routes for Alfaxalone in veiled chameleons: IV.
What conditions does Alfaxalone treat in Veiled Chameleons?
Alfaxalone is indicated in veiled chameleons for: anaesthesia induction for implant procedure.
What are the side effects of Alfaxalone in Veiled Chameleons?
These are general warnings for Alfaxalone across species; consult the veiled chameleon dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Apnea with rapid IV injection — titrate slowly. No analgesic properties. Short shelf life once broached (use within 6 hours unless preserved formulation). Good safety profile in exotic species.
Alfaxalone dosing in other species
Why a species-specific page? Alfaxalone pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in veiled chameleons — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.