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Acepromazine
Synonym(s): Acetylpromazine, ACP
Introduction
Name
- Acepromazine.
Class of drug
- Phenothiazine sedative.
Description
Chemical name
- 1-[10-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]-10H-phenothiazin-2-yl]ethanone.
- 10-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]phenothiazin-2-yl methyl ketone.
Molecular formula
- C19H22N2OS.C4H4O4.
Physical properties
- Pale yellow injectable solution, gel or tablets.
Licensing laws vary between countries for ACP. Always check specific product information and ensure that you adhere to local rules
Acepromazine is not licensed for use in cattle in the UK.
Storage requirements
- <25°C.
- Protect from light.
Uses
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Administration
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Pharmacokinetics
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Precautions
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Withdrawal Periods
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Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed Papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
Other sources of information
- Haskell S, Gehring R, Payne M, Craigmill A, Webb A, Baynes R & Riviere (2017) Digest, Update on FARAD food animal drug withholding recommendations. [online]. Available at: www.farad.org.
- Steneroden K & Wydallis E (2014) Veterinary Drug Formulary.
- Yolande Bishop (2005) The Veterinary Formulary. 6th edn. Published in association with the British Veterinary Association.
- NOAH compendium of datasheets.
- VMD product database.