Antisedan
Orion Pharma, Finland
Receptor Blocking Agent (ALPHA-2 Antagonist)
Composition:
Atipamezole hydrochloride .................................................................................................................... 5 mg.
Indications:
Atipamezole is indicated for the reversal of the sedative & analgesic effects of medetomidine or dexmedetomidine in dogs and cats. It also reverses all other effects of medetomidine or dexmedetomidine, such as cardiovascular and respiratory effects.
Administration route and dosage:
For intramuscular injection. Dogs: the optimal dose in micrograms per kilogram is five times that of the previous medetomidine dose or 10 times the dexmedetomidine dose. Antisedan dose in millilitres is the same as that of medetomidine or dexmedetomidine 0.5 mg/ml dose. Cats: The optimal dose the product, in micrograms per kg is two-and-a-half times that of the previous medetomidine dose or five times the dexmedetomidine dose.
Dogs: ..................................................... 0.1-0.5 ml
Cat: ........................................................ 0.1-0.2 ml
Contraindications:
Antisedan is not prescribed for pregnant and lactating animals.
Packaging:
Vial containing 10ml.
Storage:
Store in a cool and dry place.