Bird · Psittacus erithacus · typical adult weight 0.40–0.65 kg
Amphotericin B Liposomal is used in african grey parrot for Systemic aspergillosis. Routes documented in african grey parrot: IV. A typical adult african grey parrot weighs 0.40–0.65 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Amphotericin B Liposomal in african grey parrot, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: AmBisome
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IV | 1–3 mg/kg | q24-72h | Until resolution | Systemic aspergillosis | Moderate | Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed |
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Liposomal encapsulation targets drug to fungal cells while reducing exposure to mammalian cell membranes. Binds ergosterol causing membrane disruption.
Least nephrotoxic amphotericin B formulation. Still monitor renal function. Infusion reactions less common. Preferred formulation in veterinary practice.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for african grey parrot may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Amphotericin B Liposomal pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in african grey parrot — 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.