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My dog takes Enalapril twice a day. Is that dosage too much?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed

My 80 pound dog was put on 2 doses of 20 mg per day of elanapril maleate. Online it states that the typical does is given once per day. Was she prescribed too much?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on November 9th, 2018

Enalapril can be administered once or twice daily in dogs. The dose prescribed is appropriate according to current formularies. You can read more obout the drug at the link below. https://www.petcoach.co/pet-medication/enalapril/

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