Alpha-2 Agonists

Question 1

Examples of Alpha-2 Agonists

3

Answer 1

1. xylaxine
2. detomidine
3. dexmedetomidine

Question 2

What is Xylazine used for?

Answer 2

Only really used for making cats vomit in emergencies

Question 3

What are the effects of Alpha-2 Agonists?

6

Answer 3

1. CNS depression
2. Muscle relaxation
3. Analgesia
4. CV system depression (↓HR, ↓BP)
5. Respiratory system depression
6. Vomiting

Question 4

When should you avoid using Alpha-2 Agonists?

Answer 4

if an animal’s CV function is impaired

Question 5

What can be administered with Alpha-2 Agonists in dogs?

Answer 5

atropine

Question 6

What can a labeled dose of Alpha-2 Agonists cause?

Answer 6

excessive pre-anesthetic depression

Question 7

How do ruminants react to Alpha-2 Agonists?

Answer 7

very sensitive

Question 8

How can dexmedetomidine be reversed?

Answer 8

atipamezole (Antisedan)

Question 9

How can xylazine be reversed?

Answer 9

yohimbine (Yobine)