Sedative effects of intramuscular alfaxalone in pet guinea pigs (Cavia porcellus)

In conclusion, 5 mg kg−1 of IM alfaxalone represents a valuable sedation protocol for healthy guinea pigs undergoing minor noninvasive procedures. Further trials are required to investigate its cardiovascular effects, clinical usefulness in unhealthy patients and its combined use with analgesics for procedures associated with nociception.