Equine · Equus caballus · typical adult weight 350.00–700.00 kg
Amikacin is used in horse for Septic arthritis (local), Gram-negative sepsis. Routes documented in horse: INTRA-ARTICULAR, IV. A typical adult horse weighs 350.00–700.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 2 cited dose rules for Amikacin in horse, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Amiglyde-V, Amikin
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Irreversibly binds 30S ribosomal subunit, inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. Concentration-dependent bactericidal activity.
Nephrotoxic and ototoxic. Monitor renal function (BUN, creatinine). Ensure adequate hydration. Avoid concurrent use with other nephrotoxic drugs. Neuromuscular blockade risk.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for horse may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Amikacin pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in horse — 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.