Bird · Columba livia domestica · typical adult weight 0.30–0.50 kg
Atipamezole is dosed at 0.25–0.5 mg/kg IM not stated in source in domestic pigeons, per 826. Sandmeier P. Evaluation of medetomidine for short-term immobilization of domestic pigeons (Columba livia) and Amazon parrots (Amazona species). J Avian Med Surg. 2000;14:8-14. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.447 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW). Atipamezole is used in domestic pigeons for Reversal of alpha-2 agonist sedation (medetomidine/dexmedetomidine). Routes documented in domestic pigeons: IM. A typical adult domestic pigeon weighs 0.30–0.50 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Atipamezole in domestic pigeons, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
US trade names: Antisedan
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IM | 0.25–0.5 mg/kg | not stated in source | Reversal of alpha-2 agonist sedation (medetomidine/dexmedetomidine) | Moderate | 826. Sandmeier P. Evaluation of medetomidine for short-term immobilization of domestic pigeons (Columba livia) and Amazon parrots (Amazona species). J Avian Med Surg. 2000;14:8-14. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.447 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW) |
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Selective alpha-2 adrenergic antagonist. Specifically reverses sedation, bradycardia, and other effects of medetomidine/dexmedetomidine.
IM route only (IV can cause cardiovascular excitation). Give equal volume to medetomidine or 5x volume of dexmedetomidine. Reversal within 5-10 minutes. May unmask pain.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for domestic pigeons may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Atipamezole dose range in domestic pigeons, with cited source references: IM 0.25–0.5 mg/kg not stated in source. Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Atipamezole in domestic pigeons: IM.
Atipamezole is indicated in domestic pigeons for: Reversal of alpha-2 agonist sedation (medetomidine/dexmedetomidine).
These are general warnings for Atipamezole across species; consult the domestic pigeon dosing table above for species-specific guidance. IM route only (IV can cause cardiovascular excitation). Give equal volume to medetomidine or 5x volume of dexmedetomidine. Reversal within 5-10 minutes. May unmask pain.
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 domestic pigeons — 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.