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Atenolol Liquid Compounded

Atenolol Oral Suspension Vet

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Sourced from primary literature. Awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer — our editorial process.

Drug Class

Miscellaneous

Routes

PO

Indications

Cardiac diseaseHypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)

Mechanism of Action

Selective beta-1 adrenergic antagonist that decreases heart rate, contractility, and AV conduction. Compounded liquid enables precise dosing in cats and small exotics.

Side effects & warnings

Do not abruptly discontinue (rebound tachycardia). Contraindicated in decompensated CHF, bradycardia, and AV block. Monitor heart rate and blood pressure. Stability varies by formulation.

Species with Atenolol Liquid Compounded dosing data (2 dose rules)

Cat (Domestic)Guinea Pig

Evidence levels across 2 dose rules

Strong×1Anecdotal×1

Each ExoticRx dose rule is graded by the strength of its primary evidence — see the editorial process.

Backed by 2 published primary sources

  • · Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed
  • · Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed; ACVIM Consensus on HCM

Sample dosing (1 of 2 cited rules)

Free-tier preview — dog and cat dosing. Pro and Student unlock all 2 species including reptiles, birds, pocket pets, livestock, and equine.

SpeciesRouteDoseFrequencyEvidenceSource
Cat (Domestic)PO1–2 mg/kgq12-24hStrongPlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed; ACVIM Consensus on HCM

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