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Here is a complete summary of Calcium Sandoz / Calcium Gluconate dosing in dogs:
Calcium Sandoz (Calcium Gluconate) - Dosing in Dogs
Calcium Sandoz contains calcium gluconate (or calcium gluconogalactogluconate) and is used in dogs primarily for hypocalcemia treatment. The dosing below is based on the 10% calcium gluconate solution equivalent.
IV Dose - Acute Hypocalcemia / Eclampsia (Emergency)
| Indication | Dose | Route | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acute hypocalcemia / Eclampsia | 0.5-1.5 mL/kg of 10% solution | IV (slow) | Over 10-30 minutes |
| Hypocalcemic crisis | 50-150 mg/kg of 10% solution | IV (slow) | With cardiac monitoring |
| Post-surgery hypocalcemia (e.g., post-parathyroidectomy) | 1 mL/kg of 10% solution | IV (slow) | Slowly with ECG monitoring |
- Elemental calcium basis: 5-15 mg/kg IV slowly over 10 minutes
- 10% calcium gluconate contains 9.3 mg elemental calcium per mL
- Typical total dose range: 5-20 mL per patient
Always administer slowly - rapid IV administration can cause cardiac arrhythmias, bradycardia, or cardiac arrest. Monitor heart rate throughout.
Subcutaneous Dose - Mild Cases / Dystocia
| Indication | Dose |
|---|---|
| Dystocia / mild hypocalcemia | 1 mL of 10% solution per 4.5 kg (10 lbs) body weight SC |
Oral Maintenance Dose - After Acute Crisis
Once the acute crisis is controlled, switch to oral calcium:
- Elemental calcium: 25-50 mg/kg/day orally, divided into 3-4 doses
- For dogs, this is typically 1-4 g/day of elemental calcium in divided doses
- Continue for remainder of lactation (in eclampsia cases) or as long-term maintenance in hypoparathyroidism
Key Safety Notes
- Never give calcium chloride SC or IM - causes severe tissue necrosis. Calcium gluconate (Sandoz) is preferred as it is better tolerated if extravasation occurs.
- Monitor ECG/heart rate during IV administration - slow down or stop if bradycardia or arrhythmias develop.
- Do not mix calcium solutions with sodium bicarbonate (causes precipitation).
- For long-term hypoparathyroidism, combine with Vitamin D (calcitriol 0.03-0.06 mcg/kg/day) to improve calcium absorption.
- Overdose signs: vomiting, weakness, polyuria, hypercalcemia - check serum calcium regularly.
Disclaimer: These are general veterinary dosing guidelines. Always confirm doses with a licensed veterinarian and titrate based on the patient's serum calcium levels and clinical response.
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