Dormosedan Injectable – Veterinary Sedative & Analgesic for Horses and Cattle

What Is Dormosedan?

Dormosedan Injectable is a trusted veterinary medicine manufactured by Zoetis. Its active ingredient, detomidine hydrochloride, is a potent alpha‑2 adrenoreceptor agonist that produces sedation and analgesia. Dormosedan is widely used in equine practice and cattle management to ensure safe handling and effective pain control.

How Dormosedan Works

• Alpha‑2 agonist action: Reduces nerve activity, producing calmness and pain relief.
• Sedation: Horses and cattle become relaxed, facilitating safe handling.
• Analgesia: Provides pain relief during minor surgical and diagnostic procedures.
• Rapid onset: IV administration begins working in 2–4 minutes; IM in 3–5 minutes.
• Duration: Sedation lasts 30–90 minutes depending on dose; analgesia lasts 30–75 minutes.

Indications

Dormosedan Injectable is indicated for:

• Equine procedures: Bronchoscopy, nasogastric intubation, rectal palpation, suturing of lacerations, castrations.
• Cattle procedures: Minor surgical and diagnostic interventions.
• Pain relief: Abdominal pain and colic management in horses.
• Calming fractious animals: Ensures safety during handling and examinations.

Benefits

• Safe and predictable sedation for horses and cattle.
• Dual action: Provides both sedation and analgesia.
• Versatile use: Suitable for diagnostic, surgical, and handling procedures.
• Trusted brand: Manufactured by Zoetis, a leader in veterinary pharmaceuticals.
• Global recognition: Approved in multiple countries for equine and cattle use.

DORMOSEDAN INJECTABLE  is indicated for use as a sedative and analgesic to facilitate minor surgical and diagnostic procedures in mature horses and yearlings. It has been used successfully for the following: to calm fractious horses, to provide relief from abdominal pain, to facilitate bronchoscopy, bronchoalveolar lavage, nasogastric intubation, nonreproductive rectal palpations, suturing of skin lacerations, and castrations.

Predictable Sedation

• a2 selectivity makes DORMOSEDAN predictable and effective
• Only  a2 -agonist which has significant analgesia extending more than 15 minutes post administration1, 2, 3
• DORMOSEDAN provides non-narcotic sedation with a wide margin of safety
• RX Required

INDICATIONS:
Dormosedan Injectable is indicated for use as a sedative and analgesic to facilitate minor surgical and diagnostic procedures in mature horses and yearlings. It has been used successfully for the following: to calm fractious horses, to provide relief from abdominal pain, to facilitate bronchoscopy, bronchoalveolar lavage, nasogastric intubation, nonreproductive rectal palpations, suturing of skin lacerations, and castrations. Additionally, an approved, local infiltration anesthetic is indicated for castration.
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Greater a₂ selectivity and dosing flexibility

• DORMOSEDAN Injectable allows dosing flexibility so you can accurately regulate the depth and length of sedation and analgesia
• Simple dosing: 1 or 2 mL per 1,100 lbs horse IM or IV
• Whether administered IV or IM, DORMOSEDAN produces rapid onset of effect (5 minutes for IV,10 to15 minutes for IM)
• Xylazine can bind with a₁ and non-a₂ receptor sites, producing variable neurological effects⁴
• DORMOSEDAN’s potency is 80 to 100 times greater than xylazine in sedation and analgesic effect⁵
• Effects may be maintained up to 2 hours depending on dose level and route of administration, with analgesia being more pronounced following IV injection
• Additional dosing prolongs not deepens sedation
• Pfizer Animal Health does not recommend the use at higher than the approved label dosed

Dormosedan Injectable DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION:

For Sedation: Administer Dormosedan Injectable IV or IM at the rates of 20 or 40 mcg detomidine hydrochloride per kg of body weight (0.2 or 0.4 mL of Dormosedan ^® per 100 kg or 220 lb), depending on the depth and duration of sedation required. Onset of sedative effects should be reached within 2-4 minutes after IV administration and 3-5 minutes after IM administration. Twenty mcg/kg will provide 30-90 minutes of sedation and 40 mcg/kg will provide approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours of sedation.

For Analgesia: Administer Dormosedan ^® IV at the rates of 20 or 40 mcg detomidine hydrochloride per kg of body weight (0.2 or 0.4 mL of Dormosedan ^® per 100 kg or 220 lb), depending on the depth and duration of analgesia required. Twenty mcg/kg will usually begin to take effect in 2-4 minutes and provide 30-45 minutes of analgesia. The 40 mcg/kg dose will also begin to take effect in 2-4 minutes and provide 45-75 minutes of analgesia.

Dormosedan Injectable

For Both Sedation and Analgesia: Administer Dormosedan  IV at the rates of 20 or 40 mcg detomidine hydrochloride per kg of body weight (0.2 or 0.4 mL of Dormosedan  per 100 kg or 220 lb), depending on the depth and duration of sedation and analgesia required.

Safety & Precautions

• Side effects: Bradycardia, sweating, piloerection, mild ataxia.
• Contraindications: Avoid in animals with cardiovascular disease or respiratory compromise.
• Veterinary supervision required: Federal law restricts Dormosedan to licensed veterinarians.
• Withdrawal periods: Must be observed in food‑producing animals.

Global Availability

Global Vet Meds ensures secure and reliable access to Dormosedan Injectable across multiple regions:

• UK & Ireland – Veterinary‑approved sourcing with fast delivery.
• Canada & USA – Licensed distribution with compliance to local regulations.
• Australia & New Zealand – Safe import channels for equine and cattle use.
• Europe (Germany, France, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, etc.) – Multilingual support and EU‑compliant supply chain.

Why Choose Global Vet Meds?

• Authenticity Guaranteed: Genuine Dormosedan injections sourced from Zoetis.
• Worldwide Shipping: Covering major European countries, UK, Canada, and Australia.
• Expert Support: Guidance on safe handling, dosage, and administration.
• Customer Confidence: Transparent policies, secure checkout, and responsive service.

Dormosedan Injectable is a trusted veterinary sedative and analgesic for horses and cattle. With its rapid onset, predictable duration, and dual action, it is widely used for minor surgical, diagnostic, and handling procedures. Global Vet Meds is committed to providing safe, authentic, and accessible Dormosedan worldwide, ensuring veterinarians and animal owners have reliable solutions for equine and cattle care