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US brand names:Fitergol
Nicergoline is dosed at 0.25–0.5 mg/kg PO q24h in dogs, per BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, 10th Ed. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist and dopamine agonist that improves cerebral blood flow. Also has mild platelet anti-aggregation effects.
Used for cognitive dysfunction syndrome in old dogs. May cause restlessness or GI upset. Not widely available in US (European product).
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | PO | 0.25–0.5 mg/kg | q24h | Moderate | BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, 10th Ed |
| Cat (Domestic) | PO | 0.25–0.5 mg/kg | q24h | Extrapolated | BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, 10th Ed |
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