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Metomidate

Aquacalm

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

Drug Class

Anesthetic

Routes

IMMERSION

Indications

Aquatic species sedation (applicable to semi-aquatic reptiles)Not commonly used in dogs

Mechanism of Action

GABA-A receptor enhancer causing sedation/anesthesia in fish. Added to water for immersion anesthesia. Rapid onset and recovery.

Side effects & warnings

Fish only. Not approved for use in food fish in US. Adrenocortical suppression. Dose varies by species and water temperature. Monitor gill movement.

Species with Metomidate dosing data (2 dose rules)

Bearded DragonDog (Domestic)

Evidence levels across 2 dose rules

Extrapolated×2

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

Sample dosing (1 of 2 cited rules)

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SpeciesRouteDoseFrequencyEvidenceSource
Dog (Domestic)IV3–6 mg/kgSingle doseExtrapolatedPlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

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