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Xylazine
Synonym(s): Rompun, Virbaxyl
Introduction
Name
- Xylazine.
Class of drug
- Alpha-2 adrenoreceptor agonist.
Description
Chemical name
- N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-5,6-dihydro-4H-1,3-thiazin-2-amine.
Molecular formula
- C12H16N2S.
Molecular weight
- 220.33.
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.
- Ruiz-Colon et al (2014) Xylazine intoxication in humans and its importance as an emerging adulterant in abused drugs: A comprehensive review of the literature. Forensic Sci Int 240, 1-8 PubMed.
- Difilippo S M, Norberg P J, Suson U D et al (2004) A comparison of xylazine and medetomidine in an anesthetic combination in New Zealand White rabbits. Contemp Top Lab Anim Sci 43 (1), 32-34 PubMed.
Other sources of information
- Ramsey I (2014) BSAVA Small Animal Formulary. 8th edn. BSAVA. ISBN: 9781905319657.
- Veterinary Medicines Directorate (2013) Veterinary Medicines Guidance Notes. Website:www.gov.uk/government/collections/veterinary-medicines-guidance-notes-vmgns.
Organisation(s)
- National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. Website: www.noahcompendium.co.uk/Compendium/Overview/-21789.html