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US brand names:CaCl2
Calcium Chloride Injectable is dosed at 5–15 mg/kg IV Slow IV over 10-20 min; may repeat in dogs, per Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed, Calcium IV (-Borogluconate, -Chloride, -Gluconate), p.202, DOGS/CATS hypocalcemia. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Provides ionized calcium for cardiac contractility, neuromuscular function, and coagulation. Three times more elemental calcium than calcium gluconate.
Severe tissue necrosis if extravasated — central line preferred. Bradycardia and cardiac arrest risk with rapid infusion. Incompatible with bicarbonate.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | IV | 5–15 mg/kg | Slow IV over 10-20 min; may repeat | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed, Calcium IV (-Borogluconate, -Chloride, -Gluconate), p.202, DOGS/CATS hypocalcemia |
| Cat (Domestic) | IV | 5–15 mg/kg | Slow IV over 10-20 min | Moderate | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed, Calcium IV (-Borogluconate, -Chloride, -Gluconate), p.202, DOGS/CATS hypocalcemia |
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