Amy R. asked

🐕  Dog Health

My 12-week-old GWP (German Wirehaired Pointer) named Dash ate 175 mg of amiodarone, a medication for heart arrhythmias, about 20 minutes ago. Dash weighs around 35-40 lbs (18 kg). What should I do and what symptoms should I watch for?

May 23rd, 2023

Scott G. answered

The normal dose for amiodarone for a dog Dash's size is 8-10 mg/kg, which translates to 144-180 mg. ...

May 23rd, 2023

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