08-L026 – An in vivo study investigating the bioequivalence of Alfaxan versus alfaxalone plus preservatives as an injectable anesthetic agent in dogs.
This formulation does not induce the release of histamine and it has been used successfully in dogs and cats. In cats, alfaxalone produces good
Five injectable anesthetics are currently more employed for anesthesia in dogs and cats: propofol, alfaxalone, etomidate, ketamine and tiletamine/zolazepam.
Pawson, P. (2024) An evaluation of anaesthetic induction in healthy dogs using rapid intravenous injection of propofol or alfaxalone. Veterinary Anaesthesia
Discussion will focus on the clinical use of alfaxalone in dogs and cats, a comparison of alfaxalone vs. propofol, and best practices for using either
Discussion will focus on the clinical use of alfaxalone in dogs and cats, a comparison of alfaxalone vs. propofol, and best practices for using either induction
No sex effect was observed. Conclusions and clinical relevance: Alfaxalone, as an HPCD formulation (Alfaxan-CD RTU) administered in the dog
Alfaxan Multidose (Alfaxalone) Anesthetic Injection for Cats and Dogs 10mg/mL, 1 Alfaxan Multidose (alfaxalone) is indicated for the induction and maintenance
by MA Murdock 2024 Cited by 16Pharmacokinetics of subcutaneous and intramuscular butorphanol in dogs Sedative and physiologic effects of low-dose intramuscular alfaxalone
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Aside from upsetting me with potentially making dogs extremely sick though, I liked your story :)