First approved for use in dogs,
CERENIA Injectable Solution is now approved for treatment of vomiting in cats 16 weeks and older
. The update also lowers the recommended age of use in dogs from 16 weeks to eight weeks, for the prevention and treatment of acute vomiting (for both injectable solution and tablets).
Can I give Cerenia Tablets to my cat?
Uses Of Cerenia For Cats
Cerenia is primarily used to control nausea and vomiting in cats, including motion sickness
. One specific long term use is to prevent vomiting in cats with renal failure. Veterinarians often use Cerenia to treat acute vomiting episodes. Cerenia can also be used as a mild form of pain relief.
HoW much Cerenia Can I give my cat?
Veterinarians generally prescribe Cerenia for cats in a dosage of
1 mg per kilogram of the cat’s body weight, or about 0.45 to 0.5 mg per pound, administered once every 24 hours
. This can vary based on the size of the cat and the severity of their symptoms. Pet parents usually give it to their cats before traveling.
Can I crush Cerenia for cats?
Both the Cerenia & Doxycycline can be crushed & mixed with just about any food or liquid you like
. The Doxycycline will be very bitter tasting if just mixed with water, so you might try hiding it in any type of food except dairy. Avoid any milk or cheese with this antibiotic.
How quickly does Cerenia work in cats?
Cerenia works on average
within one hour of administration
. Are there any common adverse effects with the use of Cerenia? Drooling, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and sedation may be seen at higher doses.
How long can you give Cerenia to cats?
Cerenia is only licensed to be given as an injection for
five consecutive days
. However, conditions like kidney disease can cause long-term nausea and vomiting. Although long-term use of Cerenia is off-license, it may still be suitable for your cat. However, you must discuss this with your veterinarian first.
Can you give a cat too much Cerenia?
Overdose of Cerenia may cause:
Diarrhea
.
Decreased activity
.
Bloody stool
.
Can you put Cerenia in a pill pocket?
For prevention of vomiting due to motion sickness Cerenia can be given once a day, 2 hours before traveling, for up to 2 days in a row.
Do not embed Cerenia in hot dogs, sausage, hard cheese or pill pockets to give the tablet as this may decrease efficacy by delaying absorption
.
Can you give dog Cerenia on empty stomach?
You should always administer the Cerenia drug with a small amount of food, like a bit of deli meat.
Your dog will need to have an empty stomach an hour before administering it
.
What are the side effects of Cerenia for cats?
The most common side effects seen in dogs and cats administered CERENIA are
pain/vocalization (injectable), depression/lethargy, anorexia, anaphylaxis, ataxia, convulsions, hypersalivation, and vomiting
.
When can you give Cerenia to dogs?
Use Cerenia Injectable for vomiting in cats 4 months and older; use subcutaneously for acute vomiting in dogs
2 to 4 months of age
or either subcutaneously or intravenously in dogs 4 months of age and older.
How much Cerenia Can I give my dog?
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: For Prevention of Acute Vomiting (CERENIA Tablets) For Prevention of Acute Vomiting in dogs 2-7 months of age: Administer CERENIA Tablets orally at a minimum dose of
2 mg/kg (0.9 mg/lb) body weight once daily for up to 5 consecutive days
(see WARNINGS and Animal Safety).
How do you give CERENIA Tablets to dogs?
Administer Cerenia Tablets
orally at a minimum dose of 8 mg/kg (3.6 mg/lb) body weight once daily for up to 2 consecutive days
. Dogs should be fasted 1 hour prior to administration of Cerenia Tablets. Administer Cerenia Tablets 2 hours prior to travel.
