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The Research African pygmy hedgehogs almost always require immobilization to undergo complete physical examination. This species is prone to neoplasia 1,2; thus, examination should be thorough and include careful inspection of the oral cavity, as well as abdominal palpation. This chart is focused on the most common used meds for hedgehogs' treatments, along with the active ingredient, the classification and the usual dose, accordingly, in order to explain what is being given to our hedgehogs by their vets. However, the doses shown do not consider each hedgehog's Hedgehog This section is intended as a reference for veterinary surgeons only Any medications dispensed or administered, or procedures performed, should only be by or under order of a qualified, licensed veterinary surgeon. Given the current scarcity of drugs licensed for use in wildlife, the responsible use of the cascade system is recommended. Gabapentin (10 mg/kg, PO, every 12 hours) is a calcium channel blocker used to inhibit neurons stimulated by pain; it is useful for treatment of animals with chronic or neuropathic pain. Dexmedetomidine and medetomidine are newer analgesic-sedative, alpha-2-receptor blocking agents useful to facilitate examinations or diagnostic evaluations. Johnson-Delany, C.A. (2006) Common procedures in hedgehogs, prairie dogs, exotic rodents and companion marsupials. Veterinary Clinics Exotic Animal, 9, 415–435. Hedgehog Bottom is run by volunteers. 100% of all donations go direct to the animals. We do not receive Govt. funding nor support from related charities. Does anyone know the standard dosing of gabapentin for chinchillas for pain? My vet prescribed my 570 g chin 0.35 mL 2-3 times per day.. but this seems high. I'm not trying to sedate him! Hedgehogs – a practical approach to common presentations Aoife Hand MVB O’Malley Veterinary Hospital, Bray, aims to equip general practitioners with the tools to appropriately triage and treat hedgehogs without compromising their welfare MEDICATIONS & DOSAGES FOR HEDGEHOGS formulated by Caroline Gould & Tim Partridge B.V.Sc., M.R.C.V.S. Drugs Commonly Used to Treat Sugar GlidersaIn these topics Diseases and Syndromes of Sugar Gliders Gabapentin is removed from the body through the kidneys. If it is to be used in a patient with kidney insufficiency, the dose will need to be modified, or another product should be selected. Gabapentin is not safe for use in pregnancy but should be safe for use in lactation. Table of doses for hedgehogs Drug Dose Comments Anaesthetics: Gaseous anaesthesia can be used in all species and in most it is the preferred method Alfaxalone 2-6 mg/kg i.m. In combination with dexmedetomidine for sedation: Alfaxalone (2 mg/kg) + dexmedetomidine (0.05 mg/kg) i.m. a In combination with midazolam for deep sedation to light anaesthesia: Alfaxalone (3-5mg/kg) + midazolam (1mg/kg My vets are very experienced with hedgehogs and are still guessing on Gabapentin for mine (for pain management). She is currently on 0.03 mL twice a day if she can stand it. Some days it’s great, other days she’s loopy and I’ll skip a dose. She’s 648 grams, though. I am not sure the concentration of the 1 mL suspension - I would need to check the medicine bottle since it appears it’s This review aimed to clarify gabapentin use and pharmacokinetic aspects to promote conscious use in dogs, cats, and horses. In dogs, gabapentin was beneficial in the treatment of epilepsy, as well as chronic, neuropathic, and post-operative pain, as well as anxiety. The purpose of this lecture is to describe the mechanisms of pain as well as a systematic approach to "refractory" patients management, including the practical aspects of pain assessment and the use of new drugs and dosage regimens. Receiving six or more prescriptions of the drug gabapentin for low back pain is associated with significantly increased risks of developing dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI)—29% and I'm now very worried as I've given him the first dose earlier and now he's completely sedated to the point of being floppy and out of it. He's a bigger boy so the dose they put him on is 0.11mls twice a day. Has anyone had any experience of gabapentin with their hedgehog? Is this normal? The human dose suggested for mild infection is 25-50 mg/kg, given twice a day. But for severe infections is the same as the avian dose, given for 7-14 days. Metronidazole (Flagyl®) The two most common reasons for giving wildlife metronidazole are diarrhea and, in hawks, doves and pigeons, trichomoniasis. There is more about all that on t his page. Chapter 7 Hedgehogs James W. Carpenter, Christopher J. Marion TABLE 7-1 Antimicrobial Agents Used in Hedgehogs. Agent Dosage Comments Amikacin 2.5-5 mg/kg IM q8-12h24 Make sure animal is hydrated; do not use in animals with renal disease18 1 mg per 4 g powder23 Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) beads Amoxicillin 15 mg/kg PO, SC, IM q12h12,35 Palatable Propofol: reduce dose with hypoproteinemia; supplemental oxygen recommended; induces profound respiratory depression; be prepared to ventilate Chemical immobilization: example combinations frequently used by the authors. Most can be followed by intubation and inhalant anesthetic drugs if general anesthesia is required
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