21 CFR § 529.536Chapter I

§ 529.536 Detomidine.

Primary source

Verbatim text below is from the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), a public-domain U.S. government work. Always verify the current version with the eCFR before relying on it for any legal matter.

Full Text

(a) Specifications. Each milliliter of gel contains 7.6 milligrams (mg) of detomidine hydrochloride.

(b) Sponsor. See No. 052483 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter.

(c) Conditions of use in horses—(1) Amount. Administer 0.018 mg per pound (mg/lb) (0.040 mg/kilogram (kg) sublingually.

(2) Indications for use. For sedation and restraint.

(3) Limitations. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Do not use in horses intended for human consumption.

[75 FR 21163, Apr. 23, 2010, as amended at 76 FR 16533, Mar. 24, 2011]

eCFR data current as of: June 12, 2026

This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.