Dog · Canis lupus familiaris · typical adult weight 2.00–80.00 kg
Norepinephrine is used in dog for Refractory hypotension, septic shock, Septic shock (per RECOVER guidelines). Routes documented in dog: IV. A typical adult dog weighs 2.00–80.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 2 cited dose rules for Norepinephrine in dog, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Levophed
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IV | 0.05–2 mcg/kg/min | CRI | Until hemodynamically stable | Refractory hypotension, septic shock | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
| IV | 0.1–1 mcg/kg/min | CRI | Until hemodynamically stable | Septic shock (per RECOVER guidelines) | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
2 of the cited rules are continuous-rate-infusion regimens: IV 0.05–2 mcg/kg/min CRI; IV 0.1–1 mcg/kg/min CRI. CRI regimens are delivered as a continuous infusion rather than discrete doses — verify the rate against the cited source before use.
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Potent alpha-1 and beta-1 adrenergic agonist with minimal beta-2 activity. Causes vasoconstriction (alpha-1) and increased cardiac contractility (beta-1).
First-line vasopressor for septic shock. IV CRI only. Tissue necrosis with extravasation — use central line if possible. Arrhythmogenic. Monitor blood pressure and perfusion parameters.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for dog may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Norepinephrine pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in dog — 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.