Detomidine
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Detomidine is an imidazole derivative and α2-adrenergic agonist,[citation needed] used as a large animal sedative, primarily used in horses. It is usually available as the salt detomidine hydrochloride. It is a prescription medication available to veterinarians sold under various trade names.
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Elimination half-life | 30 min |
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Formula | C12H14N2 |
Molar mass | 186.258 g·mol−1 |
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Currently, detomidine is licensed for use only in horses in the US but it is also licensed for use in cattle in Europe and Australasia.[1]