Gabapentin for Prairie Dogs
Pocket Pet · Cynomys ludovicianus · typical adult weight 0.70–1.68 kg
Gabapentin is dosed at 30 mg/kg PO every 12 h (q12h) in prairie dogs, per Mills PO, et al. Pharmacokinetic Profiles of Gabapentin after Oral and Subcutaneous Administration in Black-tailed Prairie Dogs (Cynomys ludovicianus). J Am Assoc Lab Anim Sci. 2020;59(3):305-309. DOI: 10.30802/AALAS-JAALAS-19-000150; PMID: 32213233; PMCID: PMC7210729. URL: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7210729/. Gabapentin is used in prairie dogs for Analgesia (postoperative and chronic neuropathic pain) — author-recommended dose based on pharmacokinetics. Routes documented in prairie dogs: PO. A typical adult prairie dog weighs 0.70–1.68 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Gabapentin in prairie dogs, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Neurontin
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 30 mg/kg | every 12 h (q12h) | Analgesia (postoperative and chronic neuropathic pain) — author-recommended dose based on pharmacokinetics | Weak | Mills PO, et al. Pharmacokinetic Profiles of Gabapentin after Oral and Subcutaneous Administration in Black-tailed Prairie Dogs (Cynomys ludovicianus). J Am Assoc Lab Anim Sci. 2020;59(3):305-309. DOI: 10.30802/AALAS-JAALAS-19-000150; PMID: 32213233; PMCID: PMC7210729. URL: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7210729/ |
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These ranges are per kg. Enter your prairie dog's weight to get the precise dose and draw-up volume — unit and concentration math done for you.
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 prairie dogs may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Frequently asked questions
What is the dose of Gabapentin for Prairie Dogs?
Gabapentin dose range in prairie dogs, with cited source references: PO 30 mg/kg every 12 h (q12h).
How is Gabapentin administered in Prairie Dogs?
Documented routes for Gabapentin in prairie dogs: PO.
What conditions does Gabapentin treat in Prairie Dogs?
Gabapentin is indicated in prairie dogs for: Analgesia (postoperative and chronic neuropathic pain) — author-recommended dose based on pharmacokinetics.
What are the side effects of Gabapentin in Prairie Dogs?
These are general warnings for Gabapentin across species; consult the prairie dog dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Sedation common, especially initially. Some oral solutions contain xylitol (toxic to dogs). Taper to discontinue (do not stop abruptly). Adjust dose in renal impairment.
Other Analgesic drugs with prairie dog 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 prairie dogs — 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.