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Atipamezole for Dog

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

Trade names: Antisedan

Dose ranges

RouteDoseFrequencyIndicationEvidenceSource
IM0 mg/kgEqual volume to medetomidine or 5x dexmedetomidineMedetomidine/dexmedetomidine reversalStrongPlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Why a species-specific page? Atipamezole 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.