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    IVAPM Dosage Chart 2017

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    This document provides dosage guidelines for common oral and infusion pain medications for canine and feline patients. It lists several NSAIDs, opioids, and other drugs along with recommended dosages based on the animal's weight and administration schedule. The document is from the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management and is intended as a guideline for veterinarians.

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    IVAPM Dosage Chart 2017

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    This document provides dosage guidelines for common oral and infusion pain medications for canine and feline patients. It lists several NSAIDs, opioids, and other drugs along with recommended dosages based on the animal's weight and administration schedule. The document is from the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management and is intended as a guideline for veterinarians.

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    This document provides dosage guidelines for common oral and infusion pain medications for canine and feline patients. It lists several NSAIDs, opioids, and other drugs along with recommended dosages based on the animal's weight and administration schedule. The document is from the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management and is intended as a guideline for veterinarians.

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    IVAPM Dosage Chart 2017

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    Shakira Ferreira
    This document provides dosage guidelines for common oral and infusion pain medications for canine and feline patients. It lists several NSAIDs, opioids, and other drugs along with recommended dosages based on the animal's weight and administration schedule. The document is from the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management and is intended as a guideline for veterinarians.

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    Canine Quick

    Dosage
    Sheet Canine Oral Pain Medications*
    MEDICATION DOSE
    NSAID See manufacturer’s recommendations
    Gabapentin > 5-10 mg/kg q8h
    (Increase dose by 5 mg/kg every 3-7 days depending on patient response)
    Amantadine 3-5mg/kg q24h
    Acetaminophen w/Codeine Dose based on codeine (1-2 mg/kg q8-12 hrs) but limited by acetaminophen
    (eg, 30 mg codeine + 150 (not to exceed 10-15 mg/kg q8-12hrs)
    mg acetaminophen per Example: 1-2 tablets listed at left per 30 kg dog q8-12hrs
    tablet)

    Canine Infusion Medication 1


    For each 250 ml bag of balanced electrolyte
    solution, administer at 1 ml/kg/hr and add:
    MEDICATION MLS OF DRUG TO ADD DOSE OF INFUSION THAT
    (Concentration of Drug) WILL BE DELIVERED
    Lidocaine 18 ml (20 mg/ml) 1.5 mg/kg/hr (25 micg/kg/min)
    Ketamine 0.3 ml (100 mg/ml) 0.12 mg/kg/hr (2 micg/kg/min)
    Plus use of ONE of the following Opioids:
    Morphine 2 ml (15 mg/ml) 0.12 mg/kg/hr
    Fentanyl 25 ml (0.05 mg/ml) 0.005 mg/kg/hr
    Hydromorphone 2.5 ml (2 mg/ml) 0.02 mg/kg/hr
    Methadone 3 ml (10 mg/ml) 0.12 mg/kg/hr
    Can also add:
    Dexmedetomidine 0.5 ml (0.5 mg/ml) 0.001 mg/kg/hr
    1
    These are average dosages and can be increased or decreased depending
    on patient response.

    The International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM) is the


    leading forum and educational source for veterinary professionals
    interested in animal pain prevention and treatment. For more information
    or to join, visit IVAPM.org or contact us at [email protected].

    *The International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management provides guidelines for the most common
    types of animal pain management medications. It is the veterinarian’s responsibility to ensure
    appropriate administration of medications based on the animal’s welfare and needs.

    All dosages have been verified and are supported by veterinary pain management textbooks.

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    Feline Quick
    Dosage
    Sheet Feline Oral Pain Medications*
    MEDICATION DOSE
    NSAID See manufacturer’s recommendations
    Buprenorphine 0.03-0.05 mg/kg BID-QID oral transmucosal (OTM)
    Gabapentin > 5-10 mg/kg q8h PO
    (Increase dose by 5 mg/kg every 3-7 days depending on patient response)
    Amantadine 3-5 mg/kg q24h PO
    Tramadol 3-5 mg/kg q8h PO
    Alternative to oral medication for intermediate duration pain:
    Simbadol® 0.24 mg/kg SID SQ
    (long duration buprenorphine)

    Feline Infusion Medication 1


    For each 250 ml bag of balanced electrolyte
    solution, administer at 1 ml/kg/hr and add:
    MEDICATION MLS OF DRUG TO ADD DOSE OF INFUSION THAT
    (Concentration of Drug) WILL BE DELIVERED
    Ketamine 0.3 ml (100 mg/ml) 0.12 mg/kg/hr (2 micg/kg/min)
    Plus use of ONE of the following Opioids:
    Morphine 0.5 ml (15 mg/ml) 0.03 mg/kg/hr
    Fentanyl 25 ml (0.05 mg/ml) 0.005 mg/kg/hr
    Hydromorphone 1.25 ml (2 mg/ml) 0.01 mg/kg/hr
    Methadone 3 ml (10 mg/ml) 0.12 mg/kg/hr
    1
    These are average dosages and can be increased or decreased depending
    on patient response.

    The International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM) is the


    leading forum and educational source for veterinary professionals interested in
    animal pain prevention and treatment. For more information or to join, visit
    IVAPM.org or contact us at [email protected].

    *The International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management provides guidelines for the most common
    types of animal pain management medications. It is the veterinarian’s responsibility to ensure
    appropriate administration of medications based on the animal’s welfare and needs.

    All dosages have been verified and are supported by veterinary pain management textbooks.

    IVAPM.or
    g

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