Methadone or Butorphanol as Pre-Anaesthetic Agents Combined with Romifidine in Horses Undergoing Elective Surgery: Qualitative Assessment of Sedation and Induction
While butorphanol is the most commonly used opioid in horses, methadone is not licensed in most countries. Our aim was to compare the effects of both drugs, combined with romifidine, regarding the quality of sedation and induction in horses undergoing elective surgery. Results indicate the suitabili...
Main Authors: | Sara Nannarone, Giacomo Giannettoni, Chiara Laurenza, Andrea Giontella, Giulia Moretti |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-08-01
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Series: | Animals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/9/2572 |
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