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US brand names:Gabapentin Oral Solution Vet
Gabapentin Liquid (Veterinary) is dosed at 5–11 mg/kg PO q24-72h in bearded dragons, per Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Binds alpha-2-delta subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels, reducing excitatory neurotransmitter release. Provides neuropathic pain relief and pre-visit anxiolysis.
Human liquid contains xylitol — TOXIC to dogs. Must use veterinary compounded or xylitol-free formulation. Sedation and ataxia dose-dependent. Taper when discontinuing.
Species references:All Bearded Dragon drugsAll Cat (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cat (Domestic) | PO | 10–20 mg/kg | q8-12h (pain); single pre-visit dose | Strong | AAFP Feline-Friendly Handling Guidelines; Plumb's 9th Ed |
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