Cat · Felis catus · typical adult weight 2.50–7.00 kg
Chlorambucil is used in cat for Small cell lymphoma, IBD (severe). Routes documented in cat: PO. A typical adult cat weighs 2.50–7.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Chlorambucil in cat, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Leukeran
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 2 mg per cat | q48-72h | Long-term | Small cell lymphoma, IBD (severe) | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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Alkylates DNA, forming cross-links that inhibit DNA replication and transcription. Slow-acting with relatively mild myelosuppression.
Cytotoxic — handler precautions required (gloves). Myelosuppression (monitor CBC q2 weeks initially). Commonly used for feline small cell lymphoma and IBD. Well-tolerated in cats.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cat may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Chlorambucil pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cat — 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.