l-Theanine (N-ethyl-l-glutamine,
suntheanine, green tea leaf extract) In Dogs & Cats: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects
Overview
- Binds to AMPA, kainate, and NMDA receptors, preventing l-glutamic acid from binding to glutamate receptors in the cerebral cortex.
- This action leads to increased levels of brain serotonin, dopamine, and GABA.
- Anxiolysis is achieved through various mechanisms.
- May possess neuroprotective effects.
Uses of l-TheanineÂ
- Used to aid in the management of mild anxieties and fears including social anxiety without aggression towards people, by dogs.
- Current clinical evidence primarily stems from open-label studies.
- Not recommended for use in cases of severe phobia, separation anxiety, or aggressive behaviour.
Dose of l-Theanine in Dogs and Cats
Dogs, Cats:
- 5 mg/kg p.o. q12h for maintenance or q6h during event exposure.
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Side Effects of l-Theanine in Dogs and Cats
- None noted.
Contraindications of l-Theanine in Dogs and Cats
- None
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