Cat · Felis catus · typical adult weight 2.50–7.00 kg
Demecarium Bromide Ophthalmic is used in cat for Refractory glaucoma. Routes documented in cat: Ophthalmic. A typical adult cat weighs 2.50–7.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Demecarium Bromide Ophthalmic in cat, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Humorsol
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmic | 0 mg/kg | 1 drop affected eye q24h | Chronic use; rare feline indication | Refractory glaucoma | Anecdotal | Gelatt KN, Veterinary Ophthalmology, 6th Ed |
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Long-acting irreversible cholinesterase inhibitor. Produces intense, prolonged miosis and sustained reduction in intraocular pressure by enhancing trabecular outflow.
Rare — limited availability. Very potent miotic. Systemic cholinergic effects possible. Use for refractory glaucoma when other agents fail. Monitor for GI and respiratory signs.
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? Demecarium Bromide Ophthalmic 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.