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Gabapentin for Bearded Dragon

Reptile · Pogona vitticeps · typical adult weight 0.38–0.51 kg

Gabapentin is used in bearded dragon for Neuropathic pain. Routes documented in bearded dragon: PO. A typical adult bearded dragon weighs 0.38–0.51 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Gabapentin in bearded dragon, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.

Trade names: Neurontin

Dose ranges

RouteDoseFrequencyDurationIndicationEvidenceSource
PO5–10 mg/kgq24hAs neededNeuropathic painExtrapolatedCarpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed

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Mechanism of action

Binds to alpha-2-delta subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels, modulating neurotransmitter release. Reduces central sensitization.

Side effects & warnings

Sedation common, especially initially. Some oral solutions contain xylitol (toxic to dogs). Taper to discontinue (do not stop abruptly). Adjust dose in renal impairment.

Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for bearded dragon may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.

Other Analgesic drugs with bearded dragon dosing

Gabapentin dosing in other species

Why a species-specific page? Gabapentin pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in bearded dragon — 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.