liothyronine

The text below is quoted verbatim from approved veterinary drug labels published by the US FDA (Animal Drugs @ FDA) and DailyMed.

Indications (1)

Dogs (1)
  • It is indicated in cases of hypothyroidism in dogs.

    Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

    Cytobin Tablets

Dosage (1)

Dogs (1)
  • It is administered orally to dogs at levels up to 12.8 micrograms per kilogram of body weight per day. Dosage should be adjusted according to the severity of the condition and the response of the patient. Dosage at the total replacement level (12.8 g per kilogram of body weight) should be considered for initiating therapy and then titrated downward for optimum maintenance effect. Twice daily administration is recommended.

    Oral

    Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

    Cytobin Tablets

Available strengths (1)

ProductDosage formAvailable strengths
Cytobin TabletsTabletSodium liothyronine tablets consist of tablets intended for oral administration which contain liothyronine at 60 or 120 micrograms per tablet, as the sodium salt.