Reptile · Testudo horsfieldii · typical adult weight 0.23–0.91 kg
Propofol is dosed at 12–15 mg/kg IV single dose (induction) in russian tortoises, per 105. Divers SJ. The use of propofol in reptile anesthesia. Proc Annu Conf Assoc Rept Amph Vet; 1996:57-59. | 446. Stahl S, Donoghue S. Pharyngostomy tube placement, management and use for nutritional support in chelonian patients. Proc Annu Conf Assoc Rept Amph Vet; 1997:93-97. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.249 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW). Propofol is used in russian tortoises for Anaesthetic induction. Routes documented in russian tortoises: IV. A typical adult russian tortoise weighs 0.23–0.91 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Propofol in russian tortoises, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
US trade names: Rapinovet, PropoFlo
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IV | 12–15 mg/kg | single dose (induction) | Anaesthetic induction | Weak | 105. Divers SJ. The use of propofol in reptile anesthesia. Proc Annu Conf Assoc Rept Amph Vet; 1996:57-59. | 446. Stahl S, Donoghue S. Pharyngostomy tube placement, management and use for nutritional support in chelonian patients. Proc Annu Conf Assoc Rept Amph Vet; 1997:93-97. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.249 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW) |
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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 russian tortoises may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Propofol dose range in russian tortoises, with cited source references: IV 12–15 mg/kg single dose (induction). Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Propofol in russian tortoises: IV.
Propofol is indicated in russian tortoises for: Anaesthetic induction.
These are general warnings for Propofol across species; consult the russian tortoise 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 russian tortoises — 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.