Laboratory animal veterinarians, managers, and technicians are available to provide instruction and assist in operation. Methoxyflurane and halothane are also available for investigator use. If inhalant anesthetics are unavailable, the following agents represent a partial list of injectable anesthetics that may be used for minor procedures. Some of these may also be used in combination with isoflurane. IM use, need to double IV dose.
Duration of action is short.
Due to toxic effects, the dose must be reduced to the low end of the dosing range from the second day onward. Dose can be reduced from second day onward, based on clinical status and severity of pain. As for phenylbutazone, potential for toxicity exists. Other available analgesics include aspirin, carprofen, xylazine, meperidine and others. Please consult laboratory animal veterinarians when choosing analgesic drugs and doses.