Question 1

What is Imidocarb Dipropionate used for?

Accepted Answer

Imidocarb Dipropionate is indicated for: Babesiosis, Cytauxzoonosis (adjunctive).

Question 2

What routes can Imidocarb Dipropionate be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: IM, SC.

Question 3

Which species have cited Imidocarb Dipropionate dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Imidocarb Dipropionate dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Cat (Domestic), Dog (Domestic).

Question 4

Is Imidocarb Dipropionate a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Imidocarb Dipropionate is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Imidocarb Dipropionate?

Accepted Answer

Pain at injection site. Cholinergic signs (salivation, tearing, vomiting) may occur — pretreat with atropine. Nephrotoxic at high doses.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Imidocarb Dipropionate?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Imidocarb Dipropionate: Pain at injection site. Cholinergic signs (salivation, tearing, vomiting) may occur — pretreat with atropine. Nephrotoxic at high doses.

Question 7

How does Imidocarb Dipropionate work?

Accepted Answer

Interferes with Babesia and Ehrlichia energy metabolism by inhibiting inositol incorporation into parasites. Causes morphological changes and death.

Species	Route	Dose	Frequency	Evidence	Source
Dog (Domestic)	IM	5–6.6 mg/kg	Once, may repeat in 14 days	Strong	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)	IM	3–5 mg/kg	Once, may repeat in 14 days	Weak	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

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