How often should I give my Dog Cerenia?
If you are treating acute vomiting, it can be given for five days consecutively, with one dose a day. We have set out the amounts you need to give your dog based on their weight further on. You should always administer the Cerenia drug with a small amount of food, like a bit of deli meat.
When to give Cerenia to a dog with motion sickness?
Vomiting that is related to motion sickness is the primary indication of Cerenia. It can be given orally two hours before the travel time and should effectively prevent your dog from vomiting. You can also inject it, but it works a lot quicker, normally within minutes.
Are there any side effects of Cerenia for dogs?
That being said, although it is very specific, it does not mean that it doesn’t produce side effects in dogs. There are a number of side effects that your canine friend could experience as a result of taking Cerenia.
What do you need to know about Cerenia injections?
It comes in the form of either a tablet or an injection, with an injection often preferred because it is faster-acting. Cerenia can only be prescribed by a licensed veterinarian. Before you use it, here are some things you should know about Cerenia.
How often should I give my Cat Cerenia?
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.
When was Cerenia approved for use in dogs?
It was approved by the FDA in the United States in 2007 for use in dogs, then in 2012 for cats. Cerenia is now widely used for cats in veterinary clinics around the world.
Are there any side effects when giving Cerenia to cats?
Cerenia should only be given to cats in this way when recommended by the consulting veterinary surgeon. The principal adverse reaction is pain and/or vocalization which is reported in around one in three cats when Cerenia is injected. This may last up to a few minutes but passes without the need for treatment.
How does Cerenia work for motion sickness in cats?
Veterinarians primarily prescribe Cerenia for cats to treat motion sickness and the vomiting that motion sickness can cause. As an antiemetic drug, it works by controlling substance P — the name of the substance in an animal’s brain that can cause vomiting.
