Mecovet xl dose rate in dogs of concentration of 2500mcg per ml
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Mecovet XL - Dose Rate in Dogs (2500 mcg/mL)
Mecovet XL is a veterinary ivermectin injection. The standard ivermectin dose for dogs via injection is 200 mcg/kg body weight (0.2 mg/kg), administered subcutaneously (SC).
Volume Calculation
Concentration: 2500 mcg/mL
Dose required: 200 mcg/kg
Formula:
Volume (mL) = Dose (mcg/kg) ÷ Concentration (mcg/mL) Volume = 200 ÷ 2500 = 0.08 mL/kg
So the dose rate is 0.08 mL per kg body weight, given subcutaneously.
Practical Dosing Table
| Dog Weight | Volume of Mecovet XL (2500 mcg/mL) |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | 0.4 mL |
| 10 kg | 0.8 mL |
| 15 kg | 1.2 mL |
| 20 kg | 1.6 mL |
| 25 kg | 2.0 mL |
| 30 kg | 2.4 mL |
Indication-Based Frequency
| Condition | Dose | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Heartworm prevention | 6-12 mcg/kg (much lower) | Monthly |
| Sarcoptic/otodectic mange | 200 mcg/kg (0.08 mL/kg) | Repeat at 14 days |
| Demodectic mange | 200 mcg/kg (0.08 mL/kg) | Every 7 days x 3 injections |
| General ectoparasites/endoparasites | 200 mcg/kg (0.08 mL/kg) | Single dose or as directed |
Important Safety Notes
- Route: Subcutaneous (SC) injection only - never IV
- MDR1/ABCB1 mutation breeds (Collies, Border Collies, Australian Shepherds, Shetland Sheepdogs, etc.) are highly sensitive to ivermectin and can show toxicity at doses as low as 100 mcg/kg - use with extreme caution or avoid
- Toxicity threshold: Signs of toxicosis in normal dogs can occur at doses >2 mg/kg (2000 mcg/kg); the therapeutic dose of 200 mcg/kg provides a reasonable safety margin
- Not for puppies under 6 weeks of age
- Always confirm with the product's package insert for the specific licensed indications
The MedEx ivermectin injection reference and standard veterinary dosing guidelines both confirm 0.2 mg/kg (200 mcg/kg) = 0.08 mL/kg at this concentration.
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