Dog · Canis lupus familiaris · typical adult weight 2.00–80.00 kg
Chlorpheniramine is used in dog for Allergic reactions, pruritus. Routes documented in dog: PO. A typical adult dog weighs 2.00–80.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Chlorpheniramine in dog, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Chlor-Trimeton
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 0.2–0.5 mg/kg | q8-12h | As needed | Allergic reactions, pruritus | Weak | Papich Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, 5th Ed |
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Competitive H1 receptor antagonist. Blocks histamine-mediated allergic responses. Also has mild anticholinergic and sedative properties.
Most commonly used antihistamine in cats. Mild sedation. Ensure product does not contain decongestants. Limited efficacy for pruritus but safe and well-tolerated.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for dog may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Chlorpheniramine 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 published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.