For intravenous (IV) and intramuscular (IM) use. The product should be injected slowly. Onset of effect is more rapid following intravenous use.
Medesedan Dosage Guide |
Dosage in mcg/kg | Dosage in ml/100 kg | Level of sedation | Commencement of effect (min) | Duration of effect (hrs) |
| | | horse | cattle | |
10-20 | 0.1-0.2 | Light | 3-5 | 5-8 | 0.5-1 |
20-40 | 0.2-0.4 | Moderate | 3-5 | 5-8 | 0.5-1 |
When prolonged sedation and analgesia is required, doses of 40 to 80 μg/kg can be used. The duration of effect is up to 3 hours.
For combination with other product to intensify the sedation or for premedication prior to general anaesthesia, doses of 10 to 30 μg/kg can be used.
It is recommended to wait 15 minutes after the detomidine administration before starting the planned procedure.
The bodyweight of the animal to be treated should be determined as accurately as possible to avoid overdosing.
Advice on correct administration
In the absence of compatibility studies, this veterinary medicinal product should not be mixed with other veterinary medicinal products in the same syringe.