155 The use of alpha 2 agonist as PVPs before General Anaesthesia

Episode 155 – The use of alpha 2 agonist as PVPs before General Anaesthesia

A question I have received quite frequently recently is whether alpha 2 agonist PVPs such as tasipimidine, detomidine, dexmedetomidine OTM gel or clonidine can safely be given to dogs before intramuscular alpha 2 agonist injection for sedation or general anaesthesia.

Have a listen as I chat about my personal experiences and have a look at what the literature has to say about it!

I hope you find it useful!

Here's the paper I mention in the episode: Cambeiro-Camarero, N., Fernández-Martín, S. and González-Cantalapiedra, A., 2026. Preoperative Oral Tasipimidine in Dogs Undergoing Elective Ovariectomy: Anxiolysis, Handling Quality and Cardiovascular Effects. Veterinary Sciences, 13(7), p.618.

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