Question 1

What is Propranolol used for?

Accepted Answer

Propranolol is indicated for: Hyperthyroidism (pre-surgical rate control), pheochromocytoma, Supraventricular tachycardia.

Question 2

What routes can Propranolol be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO, IV.

Question 3

Which species have cited Propranolol dosing data?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Is Propranolol a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Propranolol 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 Propranolol?

Accepted Answer

CONTRAINDICATED in asthma/bronchospasm (beta-2 blockade). May mask hypoglycemia signs. Bradycardia, hypotension. Do not abruptly discontinue. Reduce dose in hepatic disease.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Propranolol?

Accepted Answer

CONTRAINDICATED in asthma/bronchospasm (beta-2 blockade). May mask hypoglycemia signs. Bradycardia, hypotension. Do not abruptly discontinue. Reduce dose in hepatic disease.

Question 7

How does Propranolol work?

Accepted Answer

Non-selectively blocks beta-1 and beta-2 adrenergic receptors, reducing heart rate, contractility, and blood pressure. Also reduces renin secretion.

Species	Route	Dose	Frequency	Evidence	Source
Dog (Domestic)	PO	0.2–1 mg/kg	q8h	Moderate	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)	PO	2.5–5 mg/kg	q8-12h	Moderate	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Propranolol

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Species with Propranolol dosing data (2 dose rules)

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Sample dosing (2 of 2 cited rules)

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