Cerenia (Maropitant Citrate) Tablets for Dogs

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Description Cerenia is an oral medication for dogs prescribed by veterinarians to control motion sickness, nausea, and vomiting. Each tablet is scored, allowing for easy and accurate dosing. As many as 1 in 5 dogs suffer from canine motion sickness, so whether you are taking your furry friend to the vet or going on a road trip together, Cerenia tablets are the number one choice among veterinarians to help stop your pal from feeling sick. Cerenia is the first and only veterinary FDA-approved medication for canine motion sickness and is safe and easy to use, plus it won’t cause your dog to feel drowsy. Uses Cerinia tablets are indicated for the prevention of acute vomiting and the prevention of vomiting due to motion sickness in dogs. Possible Side Effects Incidences of depression/lethargy, anorexia, hypersalivation, vomiting, diarrhea, ataxia, and trembling have been reported. Drug & Food Interactions No adverse reactions were observed from the concurrent use of Cerenia with other medications. Precautions Cerenia should not be given to dogs who are allergic to maropitant citrate. Dogs less than 16 weeks old also cannot take Cerenia. The safety of use in pregnant or nursing dogs is unknown. Cerenia should be used with caution in dogs with liver disease. Prescribing Information See all items by Cerenia Watch our Cerenia video Item Number 146224 Common Brand Name(s) Cerenia Generic Name Maropitant Citrate Dosage Measure Use according to your veterinarian's instructions. For Use With Dogs Brand Zoetis Product Form Tablet Health Condition Motion Sickness, Vomiting Drug Type Antiemetic Ingredients Ingredients Maropitant Citrate. Instructions Recommended Dosage Follow your veterinarian's precise directions. Give Cerenia by mouth 2 hours before you travel for up to 2 days for prevention of motion sickness. This medication is also used once a day for up to 5 days in order treat/control nausea and vomiting due to other causes. Storage Instructions Cerenia Tablets should be stored at controlled room temperature 68° - 77°F. FAQ What is Cerenia for dogs? Cerenia is an antiemetic, which means it can help prevent vomiting. For dogs, veterinarians may prescribe Cerenia to prevent vomiting from car sickness (motion sickness), or to safely and effectively treat acute vomiting. Veterinarians also use Cerenia Injectable in dogs to help prevent vomiting before surgery when opioids are used as a pre-anesthetic. Cerenia is available for dogs as a tablet you can give your dog at home to prevent car sickness or to extend the therapy time after your dog receives an injection. For acute vomiting, Cerenia is available as an injection that your veterinarian administers. What is acute vomiting in dogs? Many things can cause vomiting in dogs, including toxins, various drugs, diseases or even parasitic infections. And, well, we all know that dogs vomit sometimes. Acute vomiting is when vomiting suddenly happens and can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few days. Many times, a dog may keep vomiting even after the stomach is empty of everything except bile. If your pet experiences acute vomiting, contact your veterinarian. Does Cerenia cause drowsiness? Cerenia is non-sedating, which means it doesn’t cause drowsiness. So when you reach your destination, your buddy will be his or her usual self. This is different from medications such as Benadryl and Dramamine, which may cause drowsiness and are not FDA-approved for vomiting in dogs. What is the difference between Cerenia and Benadryl or Dramamine? Cerenia is the first and only FDA-approved anti-vomiting medication for dogs. Unlike Benadryl and Dramamine, Cerenia doesn’t cause drowsiness, is available in multiple dosing sizes and has been clinically tested to safely prevent vomiting in dogs. How does Cerenia work? The active ingredient of Cerenia is maropitant citrate, a neurokinin-1 (NK-1) receptor antagonist. Maropitant blocks the action of substance P — a neurotransmitter involved in vomiting — in the cen