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Clonidine: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects<\/strong><\/p>\n

$\"Clonidine:$ <\/p>\n\n

Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Stimulates the secretion of growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) from the hypothalamus.<\/p>\n
Uses of Clonidine<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Used for a diagnostic test in patients suspected of pituitary dwarfism<\/strong> (hyposomatotropism) to assess the pituitary\u2019s ability to produce growth hormone (GH).<\/li>\n
Assessment of plasma insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1)<\/strong> concentration in a single
\nsample is a useful screening test for growth hormone disorders.<\/li>\n
Used in dogs to control panic-like responses and fear-based behavioral<\/strong> problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Dose of Clonidine in Dogs and Cats<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Dogs:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Growth hormone stimulation: 3\u201310 \u03bcg (micrograms)\/kg i.v. once.<\/li>\n
Behavioral modification: 0.01\u20130.05 mg\/kg as needed up to q12h (often with food).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Cats:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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No information is available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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