Pocket Pet · Atelerix albiventris · typical adult weight 0.30–0.60 kg
Propofol is dosed at 6–8 mg/kg IV once in african pygmy hedgehogs, per 24. Heard D. Insectivores (hedgehogs, moles, and tenrecs). In: West G, Heard D, Caulkett N, eds. Zoo Animal and Wildlife Immobilization and Anesthesia, 2nd ed., John Wiley & Sons, Ames, IA; 2014:529-531. — Source: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.741 — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 8.5 (Chemical Immobilization Protocols for Hedgehogs.a,b,5,15,17,21-23,28a). The copy held is an ebook conversion with no printed page numbers, so the table — not the page — is the citable location. — SOURCE EDITION: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary — ISBN 9780323833929, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9780323833929; Zoo Animal and Wildlife Immobilization and Anesthesia — ISBN 9780813811833, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9780813811833. Propofol is used in african pygmy hedgehogs for Anesthetic induction. Routes documented in african pygmy hedgehogs: IV. A typical adult african pygmy hedgehog weighs 0.30–0.60 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Propofol in african pygmy hedgehogs, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
US trade names: Rapinovet, PropoFlo
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IV | 6–8 mg/kg | once | Anesthetic induction | Weak | 24. Heard D. Insectivores (hedgehogs, moles, and tenrecs). In: West G, Heard D, Caulkett N, eds. Zoo Animal and Wildlife Immobilization and Anesthesia, 2nd ed., John Wiley & Sons, Ames, IA; 2014:529-531. — Source: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.741 — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 8.5 (Chemical Immobilization Protocols for Hedgehogs.a,b,5,15,17,21-23,28a). The copy held is an ebook conversion with no printed page numbers, so the table — not the page — is the citable location. — SOURCE EDITION: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary — ISBN 9780323833929, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9780323833929; Zoo Animal and Wildlife Immobilization and Anesthesia — ISBN 9780813811833, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9780813811833 |
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| Dose (mg/kg) | Route | Source | As printed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 | IV | Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th edTable 8.5 | 6-8 mg/kg IV |
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Enhances GABA-A receptor activity, producing rapid-onset, ultra-short-acting general anesthesia. Also has some NMDA receptor antagonism.
Respiratory depression/apnea — have intubation equipment ready. No analgesic properties. Hypotension. Repeated use in cats may cause Heinz body formation. Strict aseptic handling (lipid emulsion supports bacterial growth).
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for african pygmy hedgehogs may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Propofol dose range in african pygmy hedgehogs, with cited source references: IV 6–8 mg/kg once. Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Propofol in african pygmy hedgehogs: IV.
Propofol is indicated in african pygmy hedgehogs for: Anesthetic induction.
These are general warnings for Propofol across species; consult the african pygmy hedgehog dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Respiratory depression/apnea — have intubation equipment ready. No analgesic properties. Hypotension. Repeated use in cats may cause Heinz body formation. Strict aseptic handling (lipid emulsion supports bacterial growth).
Why a species-specific page? Propofol pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in african pygmy hedgehogs — 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.