Alfaxalone for Anesthesia in Dogs and Cats | 合法藥品大搜索

Alfaxalone, also known as alphaxolone or alphaxalone and used under the trade name Alfaxan®, is a neuroactive steroid and general anesthetic drug used in dogs and cats. It can be used as an induction agent or for general anesthesia. Although expensive, it has some important advantages. Below I’ll give you information about dosing, advantages, and some disadvantages.

Alfaxalone is a neuroactive steroid that is approved for use as an injectable anesthetic agent in dogs and cats. Alfaxalone can be used for sedation, induction of anesthesia, and for total intravenous anesthesia (TIVA). Administration of alfaxalone can provide muscle relaxation, chemical restraint, and/or general anesthesia.

Alfaxalone is a clear/colorless solution that is formulated ...