Overview (Detomidine Hydrochloride)

An a2 adrenoceptor agonist that provides non-narcotic sedation and analgesia that can be used safely in horses for a variety of minor surgical and diagnostic procedures.

  • The greater a2 selectivity allows it to bind specifically to a2 adrenoceptors to produce predictable and effective sedation and analgesia
  • Provides non-narcotic sedation with a wide margin of safety
  • Allows dosing flexibility so you can accurately regulate the depth and length of sedation and analgesia
  • Whether administered IV or IM, it produces rapid onset of effect (5 minutes for IV, 10 to 15 minutes for IM)