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US brand names:Doxy Injectable
Doxycycline Hyclate Injectable is dosed at 5–10 mg/kg IV q12h in dogs, per Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Tetracycline binding 30S ribosomal subunit. IV formulation for patients unable to take oral medication.
IV administration must be slow (thrombophlebitis). Same spectrum as oral doxycycline. Not for IM/SC use. Monitor for GI upset.
Species references:All Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | IV | 5–10 mg/kg | q12h | Moderate | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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