Bird · Ara ararauna · typical adult weight 0.90–1.30 kg
Furosemide is dosed at 0.1–2.2 mg/kg PO, IM, SC, IV q6-24h in blue-and-gold macaws, per Beaufrère H, Schilliger L, Pariaut R. Cardiovascular system. In: Mitchell M, Tully T, eds. Current Therapy in Exotic Pet Practice; Elsevier, St. Louis, MO; 2016:151-220. — Source: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.491 — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 5.18 (Miscellaneous Agents Used in Birds). — CORROBORATED 2026-08-06 by Samour J (ed), Avian Medicine, 3rd ed, Elsevier 2016 (ISBN 978-0-7234-3832-8), Table 13-11: Furosemide, Parrots, raptors, 0.15-2 mg/kg (PO). A second text, independent of the source already cited; it corroborates the figure and does not by itself establish that the dose is correct. Furosemide is used in blue-and-gold macaws for Diuretic (general diuresis). Routes documented in blue-and-gold macaws: PO, IM, SC, IV. A typical adult blue-and-gold macaw weighs 0.90–1.30 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Furosemide in blue-and-gold macaws, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
US trade names: Lasix, Salix
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO, IM, SC, IV | 0.1–2.2 mg/kg | q6-24h | Diuretic (general diuresis) | Weak | Beaufrère H, Schilliger L, Pariaut R. Cardiovascular system. In: Mitchell M, Tully T, eds. Current Therapy in Exotic Pet Practice; Elsevier, St. Louis, MO; 2016:151-220. — Source: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.491 — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 5.18 (Miscellaneous Agents Used in Birds). — CORROBORATED 2026-08-06 by Samour J (ed), Avian Medicine, 3rd ed, Elsevier 2016 (ISBN 978-0-7234-3832-8), Table 13-11: Furosemide, Parrots, raptors, 0.15-2 mg/kg (PO). A second text, independent of the source already cited; it corroborates the figure and does not by itself establish that the dose is correct.Compilation only — we have not located an independent source that prints this figure. |
Every held source for this drug and species, as printed. Where they differ, both are shown — the choice is yours, not ours.
| Dose (mg/kg) | Route | Source | As printed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1–6 | IM | BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, 10th ed — Part B (Exotic Pets)p.144 | 0.1-6.0 mg/kg i.m., s.c., i.v. q6-24h 1,2 |
| 0.1–2.2 | PO | Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th edTable 5.18 | 0.1-2.2 mg/kg PO, IM, SC, IV q6-24h,283,690,969 |
| 0.15 | IM | Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th edTable 5.18 | 0.15 mg/kg IM |
| 1–5 | IM | Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th edTable 5.18 | 1-5 mg/kg IM q2-12h,283 |
| 1–13 | PO |
Typical range: 0.9–1.3 kg
If provided, volume will be calculated alongside dose.
Reference only. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Inhibits sodium-potassium-chloride cotransporter (NKCC2) in the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle, producing potent diuresis.
Monitor electrolytes (hypokalemia, hyponatremia). Ototoxicity at high IV doses. Dehydration risk. May worsen renal azotemia. Adjust dose based on clinical response.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for blue-and-gold macaws may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Furosemide dose range in blue-and-gold macaws, with cited source references: PO, IM, SC, IV 0.1–2.2 mg/kg q6-24h. Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Furosemide in blue-and-gold macaws: PO, IM, SC, IV.
Furosemide is indicated in blue-and-gold macaws for: Diuretic (general diuresis).
These are general warnings for Furosemide across species; consult the blue-and-gold macaw dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Monitor electrolytes (hypokalemia, hyponatremia). Ototoxicity at high IV doses. Dehydration risk. May worsen renal azotemia. Adjust dose based on clinical response.
Why a species-specific page? Furosemide pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in blue-and-gold macaws — 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.
| Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th edTable 5.18 |
| 1-13 mg/kg PO q8-12h,283 |
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