Dog · Canis lupus familiaris · typical adult weight 2.00–80.00 kg
Etomidate is used in dog for Induction of anesthesia (cardiovascularly compromised patients). Routes documented in dog: IV. A typical adult dog weighs 2.00–80.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Etomidate in dog, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Amidate
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IV | 1–3 mg/kg | Single dose IV to effect | Ultra-short acting (5-10 min) | Induction of anesthesia (cardiovascularly compromised patients) | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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Enhances GABA-A receptor activity producing rapid onset, ultra-short acting anesthesia. Minimal cardiovascular effects.
Causes adrenocortical suppression (single dose suppresses cortisol 2-6 hrs). Pain and myoclonus on injection. Propylene glycol vehicle may cause hemolysis. Reserve for cardiovascularly compromised patients.
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? Etomidate 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.