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US brand names:Sensipar
Cinacalcet is dosed at 1–3 mg/kg PO q12-24h in dogs, per JVIM 2019; Veterinary Endocrinology Literature. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Allosteric activator of the calcium-sensing receptor (CaSR) on parathyroid chief cells, increasing receptor sensitivity to calcium and reducing PTH secretion.
Hypocalcemia risk — monitor ionized calcium. Nausea and vomiting common. Investigational for primary hyperparathyroidism in dogs.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | PO | 1–3 mg/kg | q12-24h | Weak | JVIM 2019; Veterinary Endocrinology Literature |
| Cat (Domestic) | PO | 1–3 mg/kg | q12-24h | Extrapolated | JVIM 2019; Veterinary Endocrinology Literature |
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