Non-invasive visual evoked potentials under sevoflurane versus ketamine-xylazine in rats
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DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2021.e08360
Abstract: Background Visual Evoked Potential (VEP) quantifies electrical signals produced in visual cortex in response to visual stimuli. VEP elicited by light flashes is a useful biomarker to evaluate visual function in preclinical models and it… read more here.
Keywords: visual evoked; ketamine xylazine; non invasive; xylazine ... See more keywords
Effect of Xylazine and Butorphanol on Experimental Hind Limb Lameness in Horses
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jevs.2018.11.007
Abstract: Abstract Anesthetic blocks of hind limbs play a fundamental role in the diagnosis of conditions affecting these sites. However, some restless horses can make this procedure much more difficult. Many clinicians believe that the use… read more here.
Keywords: hind limb; butorphanol; limb lameness; xylazine ... See more keywords
Pharmacological analysis of Poecilotheria spider venoms in mice provides clues for human treatment
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DOI: 10.1016/j.toxicon.2017.08.013
Abstract: &NA; Bites of tiger spiders belonging to Poecilotheria genus cause moderate to severe pain and long‐lasting local or generalized muscle cramps in humans. Bites occur in regions of the spiders' natural habitat, India and Sri… read more here.
Keywords: treatment; stereotypy; poecilotheria; muscle cramps ... See more keywords
Efficacy and cardiorespiratory effects of lumbosacral intrathecal 2% procaine and 2% xylazine with or without sedation in calves undergoing umbilical surgery
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DOI: 10.1080/00480169.2020.1754303
Abstract: ABSTRACT Aims: To compare the effects of intrathecal anaesthesia using procaine and xylazine, with and without sedation with I/V xylazine and butorphanol, on sedation and cardiorespiratory measures in calves undergoing umbilical surgery. Methods: Male dairy… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; procaine xylazine; group; sedation ... See more keywords
Xylazine poisoning: a systematic review
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DOI: 10.1080/15563650.2022.2063135
Abstract: Abstract Purpose Xylazine is an alpha-2-adrenergic agonist used for its sedative and analgesic properties in veterinary medicine. While not approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use in humans, anecdotal evidence suggests that exposures… read more here.
Keywords: toxicology; xylazine; systematic review; medicine ... See more keywords
Opioid overdoses involving xylazine in emergency department patients: a multicenter study
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DOI: 10.1080/15563650.2022.2159427
Abstract: Abstract Introduction Illicit opioids, consisting largely of fentanyl, novel synthetic opioids, and adulterants, are the primary cause of drug overdose fatality in the United States. Xylazine, an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist and veterinary tranquilizer, is being… read more here.
Keywords: emergency; xylazine; opioid overdose; emergency department ... See more keywords
Management of Xylazine Withdrawal in a Hospitalized Patient: A Case Report
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DOI: 10.1097/adm.0000000000000955
Abstract: Background Xylazine is an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist commonly used as a large animal anesthetic. It is used as an adulterant in illicit opioids, and it is now well established that its synergistic effect with opioids… read more here.
Keywords: withdrawal; xylazine; xylazine withdrawal; case ... See more keywords
Re-evaluation of the pharmacokinetics of xylazine administered to Thoroughbred horses.
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DOI: 10.1111/jvp.12820
Abstract: Xylazine is widely used worldwide as a short-acting sedative in general equine and racing practice. In the UK, although it has a legitimate use during training, equine anti-doping rules state it is a prohibited substance… read more here.
Keywords: evaluation pharmacokinetics; thoroughbred horses; pharmacokinetics xylazine; administered thoroughbred ... See more keywords
Comparison of Lidocaine-Xylazine and Procaine-Xylazine for Lumbar Epidural Anesthesia in Cattle
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DOI: 10.12681/jhvms.21802
Abstract: Lumbar epidural anesthesia is commonly utilized in veterinary medicine for diagnostic, obstetrical, and surgical intervention in the abdominal and perineal regions of large animals. The aim of this study was to directly compare the time… read more here.
Keywords: procaine xylazine; procaine; xylazine procaine; lidocaine xylazine ... See more keywords
Anesthetic effects and body weight changes associated with ketamine-xylazine-lidocaine administered to CD-1 mice
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0184911
Abstract: Anesthesia for mice is commonly performed through the injection of parenteral agents via the intraperitoneal (IP) route. Variability in anesthetic sensitivities has been noted in mice resulting in inconsistencies in anesthetic depth and/or mortality. Anesthetic… read more here.
Keywords: ketamine xylazine; mice; xylazine lidocaine; xylazine ... See more keywords
STANDING SEDATION WITH XYLAZINE AND REVERSAL WITH YOHIMBINE IN JUVENILE ASIAN ELEPHANTS (ELEPHAS MAXIMUS)
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DOI: 10.1638/2020-0170
Abstract: Abstract: Evaluation and improvement of immobilization methods are important for wildlife welfare and biodiversity conservation. The sedative and physiological effects of xylazine (50–110 mg per elephant; 0.09–0.15 mg/kg IM) were evaluated in 15 juvenile Asian… read more here.
Keywords: juvenile asian; asian elephants; reversal yohimbine; sedation ... See more keywords