Bird · Psittacus erithacus · typical adult weight 0.40–0.65 kg
Succimer (DMSA) is used in african grey parrot for Lead/zinc poisoning. Routes documented in african grey parrot: PO. A typical adult african grey parrot weighs 0.40–0.65 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Succimer (DMSA) in african grey parrot, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Chemet
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 25–35 mg/kg | q12h | 5 days on, 5 days off, repeat as needed based on blood lead | Lead/zinc poisoning | Moderate | Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed |
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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.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for african grey parrot may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Succimer (DMSA) pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in african grey parrot — 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.