| Drug or drug combination | Dose range (mg/kg) and route | Purpose | Frequency | Maximum # doses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buprenorphine SR | 0.5–1 mg/kg, SQ | Relieve pain/stress before MI surgery | 1 time before the operation | 1 |
| Isoflurane | 2%, inhale | Aesthetical treatment | 1 time before the operation | 1 |
| Ketamine/xylazine | 100 mg/kg for ketamine, 10 mg/kg for xylazine, ip | Analgesic treatment | 1 time before harvest | 1 |
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