Today's Daily Dose: Drug dosages in puppies
A consideration when prescribing drugs for puppies and kittens.
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“The glomerular filtration rate is reduced in puppies and kittens, varying from 20% of adult values at birth to 100% of adult values by several weeks of age. Decreased glomerular filtration is associated with longer drug circulation because of decreased excretion rate.”
-Margaret V. Root Kustritz, DVM, PhD, DACT
From Practical Matters: Carefully consider drug dosages in puppies and kittens
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