PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION - RX Required Acepromazine is a tranquilizer and anti-nausea medication commonly used in veterinary medicine to manage anxiety, motion sickness, and to sedate animals for various procedures. It is particularly effective for calming pets during stressful situations such as veterinary visits, grooming, or travel. Key Benefits: Sedation: Provides effective sedation to help calm anxious or aggressive animals. Anti-Nausea: Helps prevent motion sickness during travel. Pre-Anesthetic: Often used as a pre-anesthetic agent to reduce anxiety and facilitate handling during medical procedures. Usage: Dosage for Dogs: The recommended dosage for dogs is 0.5 to 2.2 mg per kilogram (0.23 to 1 mg per pound) of body weight, administered orally or by injection. The specific dosage will depend on the desired level of sedation and the individual animal's response. Dosage for Cats: The recommended dosage for cats is 0.5 to 1 mg per kilogram (0.23 to 0.45 mg per pound) of body weight, administered orally or by injection. As with dogs, the dosage may vary based on the desired effect and the cat's response to the medication. Administration: Acepromazine is available in tablet and injectable forms. Tablets can be given with or without food, while the injectable form is typically administered by a veterinarian. Duration: The effects of acepromazine usually last for several hours. Always follow the veterinarian's specific instructions regarding dosage and frequency of administration to ensure the best results and avoid potential side effects.
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