Question 1

What is Nicergoline used for?

Accepted Answer

Nicergoline is indicated for: Cognitive dysfunction (off-label), Cognitive dysfunction syndrome.

Question 2

What routes can Nicergoline be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO.

Question 3

Which species have cited Nicergoline dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Nicergoline dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Cat (Domestic), Dog (Domestic).

Question 4

Is Nicergoline a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Nicergoline is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Nicergoline?

Accepted Answer

Used for cognitive dysfunction syndrome in old dogs. May cause restlessness or GI upset. Not widely available in US (European product).

Question 6

What are the side effects of Nicergoline?

Accepted Answer

Used for cognitive dysfunction syndrome in old dogs. May cause restlessness or GI upset. Not widely available in US (European product).

Question 7

How does Nicergoline work?

Accepted Answer

Alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist and dopamine agonist that improves cerebral blood flow. Also has mild platelet anti-aggregation effects.

Species	Route	Dose	Frequency	Evidence	Source
Dog (Domestic)	PO	0.25–0.5 mg/kg	q24h	Moderate	BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, 10th Ed
Cat (Domestic)	PO	0.25–0.5 mg/kg	q24h	Extrapolated	BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, 10th Ed

Nicergoline

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