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Hydergine as an emetic for dogs

Authors: Cahill JI, Jones BR, Cooper BS
Publication: New Zealand Veterinary Journal, Volume 29, Issue 8, pp 133-134, Aug 1981
Publisher: Taylor and Francis

Animal type: Companion animal, Dog
Subject Terms: Pharmacology, Poisoning - chemical, Treatment/therapy, Toxicology
Article class: Clinical Communication

Abstract: The ergot derivative Hydergine was compared with apomorphine as an injectable emetic for dogs. A simple crossover study using 19 mixed-age animals of different breeds and sexes indicated that apomorphine was more consistent in effect and had a shorter latent period. It was concluded that in circumstances demanding emesis in the dog, apomorphine remains the drug of first choice, but should it become unavailable, Hydergine would be a possible alternative.

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