Soybean oil-based IV fat emulsion that acts as a 'lipid sink', sequestering lipophilic toxins (local anesthetics, calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, ivermectin) within lipid droplets in plasma, reducing free drug concentration at target organs.
At a glance
Class
Lipid Rescue / Nutritional Supplement
Storage
Store at room temperature; do not freeze; use within 24h of opening; inspect for separation before use
Dosing
Used for lipophilic drug toxicity: bupivacaine/lidocaine cardiac toxicity, iverm
Frequency
See protocol — bolus + CRI
Particularly useful for permethrin toxicity in cats, ivermectin toxicity, and lo
Frequency
Same protocol as dogs
Educational reference only
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified veterinarian before administering any medication to your pet.
Find a vet near you →Safety
Clinical response to toxicityTriglycerides (expected to be elevated — clear in 4–6h)LactateElectrolytesNote: lab values unreliable during lipemia
Educational reference only
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified veterinarian before administering any medication to your pet.
Find a vet near you →Interactions
No documented interactions.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
›What is Lipid Emulsion, Intravenous (ILE)?
Lipid Emulsion, Intravenous (ILE) is a lipid rescue / nutritional supplement used in pets. Soybean oil-based IV fat emulsion that acts as a 'lipid sink', sequestering lipophilic toxins (local anesthetics, calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, ivermectin) within lipid droplets in plasma, reducing free drug concentration at target organs.
›What is Lipid Emulsion, Intravenous (ILE) used for in pets?
Lipid Emulsion, Intravenous (ILE) is used in veterinary medicine for: Used for lipophilic drug toxicity: bupivacaine/lidocaine cardiac toxicity, iverm; Particularly useful for permethrin toxicity in cats, ivermectin toxicity, and lo.
›What is the Lipid Emulsion, Intravenous (ILE) dose for dogs?
For dogs, Lipid Emulsion, Intravenous (ILE) is typically dosed as follows — Used for lipophilic drug toxicity: bupivacaine/lidocaine cardiac toxicity, iverm: undefined undefined IV (bolus + CRI) See protocol — bolus + CRI. Always consult your veterinarian for a dose tailored to your pet's weight, age, and condition.
›What is the Lipid Emulsion, Intravenous (ILE) dose for cats?
For cats, Lipid Emulsion, Intravenous (ILE) is typically dosed as follows — Particularly useful for permethrin toxicity in cats, ivermectin toxicity, and lo: undefined undefined IV Same protocol as dogs. Always consult your veterinarian for a dose tailored to your pet's weight, age, and condition.
›Does Lipid Emulsion, Intravenous (ILE) need a prescription?
Yes. Lipid Emulsion, Intravenous (ILE) is a prescription medication and should only be administered under veterinary supervision.
Educational reference only
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified veterinarian before administering any medication to your pet.
Find a vet near you →References
References
The PetCare.AI drug reference is built from 13 authoritative sources cited across 580 drug monographs.
Textbooks & handbooks — 5
- Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook
- Withrow & MacEwen's Small Animal Clinical Oncology
- Merck Veterinary Manual
- NRC Nutrient Requirements of Dogs and Cats
- Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics (Riviere & Papich)
Clinical guidelines & consensus — 4
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center Guidelines
- AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines
- ASPCA Poison Control Guidelines
- RECOVER CPR Guidelines
Journals & peer-reviewed studies — 2
- EPIC Study (J Vet Intern Med 2016)
- JVIM FAT CAT Study
Regulatory & approvals — 1
- CDSCO Veterinary Drug Approval Registry (1969–2026)
Databases — 1
- Washington State University VCPL MDR1 Database