Dexdomitor® Vial for Dogs and Cats

An injectable alpha-2 agonist sedative for veterinary use helps dogs and cats stay calm during exams and minor procedures. This page explains indications, safety, and how to arrange US shipping from Canada. It also outlines ways to pay without insurance.

What Dexdomitor Is and How It Works

Dexdomitor® is dexmedetomidine hydrochloride, an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist for sedation and analgesia in veterinary patients. It reduces sympathetic outflow, which lowers arousal and provides procedural comfort. The effect may allow lower doses of other anesthetics. Sedation can be reversed with atipamezole when clinically appropriate, based on the official label and your prescriber’s direction. The Dexdomitor Vial is used by veterinarians for short procedures, imaging, dentistry, and preanesthetic medication.

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This medicine is intended for administration by a veterinarian. It may be given intramuscularly or intravenously, with monitoring of heart rate, rhythm, blood pressure, and ventilation. Clinicians often combine this treatment with opioids or local anesthetics to tailor the depth of sedation and comfort.

Who It’s For

This treatment is used to sedate healthy dogs and cats for clinical exams, minor procedures, and diagnostic imaging, and as a preanesthetic. The Dexmedetomidine veterinary vial is typically used in stable patients where predictable sedation and some analgesia are needed.

It may not be suitable for animals with significant cardiac disease, respiratory compromise, shock, severe systemic illness, or advanced liver or kidney impairment. Use caution in very young, geriatric, or debilitated patients. It should not be used in pregnant or breeding animals unless a prescriber determines the benefit outweighs risk. Always tell the veterinarian about all medicines and supplements the pet is receiving.

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Dosage and Usage

Veterinarians administer the Dexmedetomidine injection vial intramuscularly or intravenously using species-appropriate, weight-based protocols from the approved labeling. Dosing aims to achieve the desired depth of sedation while maintaining cardiovascular stability. Supplemental oxygen and continuous monitoring are common in procedural settings.

This medicine is often used as a premedication before general anesthesia, reducing the amount of induction and maintenance agents required. If transitioning to inhalant anesthesia, maintenance may continue with agents like Isoflurane. For induction or brief procedures, veterinarians may pair with agents such as Propofol according to professional judgment. Reversal with atipamezole may be used to shorten recovery when indicated.

Only a veterinarian should determine the dose, route, and timing. Follow the product monograph and clinic protocols. Do not attempt to administer at home unless your prescriber instructs otherwise.

Strengths and Forms

Availability may vary by supplier and prescription. Common presentations include:

• Dexmedetomidine 0.1 mg/mL vial, multi-dose, often used when fine titration is preferred.
• 0.5 mg/mL presentation, multi-dose 10 mL vial for clinic use.

Both are sterile injectable solutions. Your prescriber will select the concentration based on species, body weight, and the planned procedure.

Missed Dose and Timing

This sedative is administered around a planned procedure. If a scheduled dose is delayed or the appointment changes, do not re-dose or adjust yourself. The veterinarian will decide whether to reschedule or modify the anesthetic plan. If recovery is prolonged or deeper than expected, the team may provide supportive care or consider a reversal agent per label guidance.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store the Dexmedetomidine HCl vial in its original packaging, at controlled room temperature as directed on the label. Protect from light and keep out of reach of children and animals. Do not freeze. If your clinic asks you to bring the vial to an appointment, keep it upright and secure to prevent breakage. When traveling, carry the prescription label, and pack liquids in a sealed bag to prevent leaks.

For general pet supply planning, explore the category Pet Medications.

Pen Handling and Sharps Disposal

This product is supplied as a vial for withdrawal with sterile syringes. Use aseptic technique when directed by a veterinarian. Never reuse needles. Place used needles and syringes in a puncture-resistant sharps container immediately after use. Follow local regulations for sharps disposal or return containers to a clinic or pharmacy that accepts them. Do not throw loose needles in household trash.

Benefits

This medicine provides reliable, titratable sedation in dogs and cats for exams, imaging, dentistry, and minor procedures. It often reduces the amount of other anesthetics needed, which can improve cardiovascular stability. It also provides some procedural analgesia, especially when combined with local blocks or an opioid. Reversal with an alpha-2 antagonist may shorten recovery when clinically appropriate.

Side Effects and Safety

• Expected sedation and drowsiness
• Bradycardia, reduced cardiac output
• Hypotension or transient hypertension
• Vomiting or hypersalivation
• Pale mucous membranes, lowered body temperature

Serious effects may include marked bradyarrhythmias, respiratory depression, apnea, or rare hypersensitivity reactions. Risk increases when combined with other central nervous system depressants. Continuous monitoring is recommended during procedures. Contact the clinic if recovery seems atypical or if severe effects occur after discharge.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Alpha-2 agonists can have additive depressant effects with opioids, benzodiazepines, induction agents, and inhalant anesthetics. Avoid unapproved combinations. Concurrent use of anticholinergics may alter cardiovascular responses; veterinarians choose timing carefully. Caution is warranted with drugs that affect blood pressure, rhythm, or hepatic metabolism. Always provide the full medication and supplement list to the prescriber. If reversal with atipamezole is planned, the timing and dose are based on the original sedative regimen and clinical status.

What to Expect Over Time

Onset is typically rapid after administration by a veterinarian. During the procedure, the pet may have reduced responsiveness and movement, with monitored vital signs. After the event, recovery occurs under clinic supervision; reversal may be used when indicated. If discharged the same day, mild drowsiness can persist for several hours. The Dexdomitor injection 10 mL vial is intended for episodic use, not chronic daily dosing.

Compare With Alternatives

Clinics may consider equivalent dexmedetomidine products. Two options we offer include Dexvetidine® Vial and Dexmedesed® Vial. Choice depends on availability, concentration, and the prescriber’s familiarity. Inhalant maintenance or alternative premedication strategies may also be chosen for specific patients.

Pricing and Access

See current Dexdomitor vial price on our product page. Canadian pricing is often lower than typical local cash-pay rates. Billing is transparent, and you can check any clinic or self-pay requirements during checkout. We provide US delivery from Canada with clear fees shown before you finalize. If you are looking for savings support, view our Promotions. Checkout is encrypted, and prescription details are verified when required.

Availability and Substitutions

Supply can vary by strength and vial size. If the requested item is unavailable, your prescriber may recommend an appropriate dexmedetomidine alternative or a different procedural plan. We cannot suggest medical substitutions; all changes require clinician approval. We do not provide restock dates, but you can check back or ask your clinic for guidance.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This therapy suits many healthy dogs and cats who need short procedural sedation. It may not be suitable for patients with significant cardiac disease, shock, or severe systemic illness. To help manage costs, consider scheduling procedures to coordinate one order for multiple pets or planned visits. If your clinic requires you to bring the vial, keep it sealed and labeled, and set refill reminders in your account so you can reorder in advance. For broader pet care planning, see End The Scratching How Atopica and Explore Doxycycline For Dogs.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Procedure goal: what level of sedation is planned?
• Monitoring: which parameters will be tracked?
• Reversal: when might atipamezole be used?
• Combination plan: will an opioid or local block be added?
• Recovery: what signs should prompt a call after discharge?
• Risk factors: is my pet’s heart or airway status a concern?

Authoritative Sources

Review official information and labeling:

• Zoetis Manufacturer Site
• FDA Animal Drugs Database
• Health Canada Drug Product Database

Ready to proceed? You can place your order securely with prompt, express shipping and temperature-controlled handling when required. Ships from Canada to US. Information here is educational and not a substitute for veterinary advice. Use only as directed by a licensed prescriber.