Mirtazapine generally is well tolerated in dogs and cats, although trials are lacking. Common side- effects include drowsiness, sedation, low blood pressure, and increased heart rate.
Does mirtazapine cause drowsiness in dogs?
Mirtazapine is generally well tolerated but side effects are possible. The most common side effect is drowsiness.
What are the side effects of mirtazapine in animals?
The most common adverse effects reported to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center in 84 cats intentionally or accidently exposed to oral mirtazapine included vocalization, agitation, vomiting, abnormal gait/ataxia, restlessness, tremors/trembling, hypersalivation, tachypnea, tachycardia, and lethargy.
How much mirtazapine should I give my dog?
For use in dogs as an appetite stimulant, the most common dosing is 0.6 milligram/kilogram orally every 24 hours, not to exceed 30 milligrams/day. A common dosage reference is: 3.75 milligrams per dog PO every 24 hours for dogs < 11 pounds body weight(¼ of a 15 milligram pill total dose once daily)
What is mirtazapine 15 mg used for in dogs?
Mirtazapine is mostly used for its appetite stimulating side effects to support animals when appetite is poor. Mirtazapine also exerts anti-nausea effects by acting on the neurorecpetors in the intestine and stomach which in turn communicate with the vomit center of the brain.
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