Reptile · Centrochelys sulcata · typical adult weight 1.00–40.00 kg
Propofol is dosed at 3–5 mg/kg IV (supravertebral s not stated in source in sulcata tortoises, per Fleming G. Clinical technique: chelonian shell repair. J Exot Pet Med. 2008;17:246-258. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.248 (2026-08-01, PENDING REVIEW). Propofol is used in sulcata tortoises for Sedation (e.g. shell repair). Routes documented in sulcata tortoises: IV (supravertebral s. A typical adult sulcata tortoise weighs 1.00–40.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Propofol in sulcata 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 (supravertebral s | 3–5 mg/kg | not stated in source | Sedation (e.g. shell repair) | Weak | Fleming G. Clinical technique: chelonian shell repair. J Exot Pet Med. 2008;17:246-258. — Mined from Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.248 (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 sulcata tortoises may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Propofol dose range in sulcata tortoises, with cited source references: IV (supravertebral s 3–5 mg/kg not stated in source. Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Propofol in sulcata tortoises: IV (supravertebral s.
Propofol is indicated in sulcata tortoises for: Sedation (e.g. shell repair).
These are general warnings for Propofol across species; consult the sulcata 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 sulcata 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.