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Primacor
Inhibits phosphodiesterase III increasing intracellular cAMP. Positive inotrope and vasodilator (inodilator). Does not increase myocardial oxygen demand as much as catecholamines.
IV CRI only. Hypotension possible. Arrhythmogenic. Monitor ECG and blood pressure. Thrombocytopenia reported. Limited veterinary data.
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Milrinone CRI dose rule from the ExoticRx formulary. Verify against current literature before clinical use; CRI rates differ from bolus dosing and route, dilution, and monitoring matter. Sign in for the complete per-species CRI protocol set.
| Species | Route | Rate | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | IV | 1–3 mcg/kg/minCRI | Acute heart failure (short-term) | Weak | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
Acute heart failure (short-term)
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | IV | 1–3 mcg/kg/min | CRI | Weak | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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