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US brand names:Risperdal
Risperidone is dosed at 0.01–0.05 mg/kg PO q12h in african grey parrots, per Seibert LM, JAAV 2007. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Potent serotonin 5-HT2A and dopamine D2 receptor antagonist. High affinity for alpha-1 and alpha-2 adrenergic and H1 histaminergic receptors.
May cause sedation, extrapyramidal signs, hyperprolactinemia. Used investigationally for severe feather-destructive behavior in psittacines. Monitor for weight gain.
Species references:All African Grey Parrot drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | PO | 0.02–0.06 mg/kg | q12h-q24h | Anecdotal | Crowell-Davis SL, Veterinary Psychopharmacology, 2nd Ed |
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