The dosage of aminophylline per minute depends on the pet. If it is a dog: 9 to 11 mg/kg, im, po, q6 to 8 hours, or iv for emergency bronchiectasis. Cats: 6.6 mg/kg, po, q12h or 2 to 5 mg/kg, iv, for emergency bronchiectasis.
Aminophylline mainly directly relaxes bronchial smooth muscle, relieves bronchial smooth muscle spasm, relieves congestion and edema of bronchial mucosa, and exerts balance function. The effect of asthma is especially obvious on smooth muscles in a spastic state. In addition, this product also has cardiotonic, diuretic and central nervous system stimulant effects. Mainly used as a bronchodilator, it is often used in cases with cardiac insufficiency and pulmonary edema, such as canine cardiogenic asthma.
