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US brand names:Chemet
Succimer (DMSA) is dosed at 40 mg/kg PO q12h × 21 days in cockatiels, per 220. Denver MC, Tell LA, Galey FD. Comparison of two heavy metal chelators for treatment of lead toxicosis in cockatiels. Am J Vet Res. 2000;61:935-940. — Source: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.469 — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 5.9 (Agents Used in the Treatment of Toxicologic Conditions of Birds). Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Forms water-soluble chelates with lead, mercury, and arsenic, promoting urinary excretion of heavy metals.
May cause GI upset. Monitor renal and hepatic function. Ensure adequate hydration. May also chelate essential minerals.
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | PO | 10 mg/kg | q8h for 5 days, then q12h for 14 days | Moderate | Talcott P. New and Used Topics in Toxicology. Presented at: Proceedings: Western Veterinary Conference; 2008. PMID: 38207287 — Papich/Saunders Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, 4th Ed, p.744 |
| Cat (Domestic) | PO | 10 mg/kg | q8h for 2 weeks | Weak | Papich MG. Saunders Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, 4th ed (2016), Succimer, printed p.744, Small Animal Dosage > CatsCompilation only — we have not located an independent source that prints this figure. |
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