Cerenia (Maropitant Citrate) Tablets for Dogs
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Cerenia is the first and only FDA-approved medication prescribed by veterinarians for dogs to help treat and help prevent vomiting caused by motion sickness. 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.
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UsesCerenia (Maropitant Citrate) tablets are indicated for the prevention of acute vomiting and the prevention of vomiting due to motion sickness in dogs.
Possible Side EffectsIncidences of depression/lethargy, anorexia, hypersalivation, vomiting, diarrhea, ataxia, and trembling have been reported.
Drug & Food InteractionsNo 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.
Please note product may arrive in a Chewy Pharmacy vial, manufacturer packaging is shown for reference.
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Item Number146224
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Common Brand Name(s)Cerenia
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Generic NameMaropitant Citrate
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For Use WithDogs
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Administration FormOral
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Product FormTablet
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Health ConditionMotion Sickness, Vomiting
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Drug TypeAntiemetic
Maropitant Citrate.
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 in order treat nausea and vomiting due to other causes.
Storage InstructionsCerenia Tablets should be stored at controlled room temperature 68° - 77°F.
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 central nervous system. By blocking substance P from binding to the NK1 receptor, maropitant can prevent vomiting.
How long does Cerenia last?
Cerenia starts working quickly to prevent or treat your dog’s vomiting. It’s effective for about 24 hours.
What are the side effects of Cerenia?
In clinical studies of Cerenia, common adverse reactions noted were hypersalivation, drowsiness, lethargy, anorexia, and diarrhea.
How do I give my dog Cerenia?
The dose of Cerenia to be given depends on whether it is being prescribed to prevent vomiting from car sickness or to prevent acute vomiting at home. Be sure to follow your veterinarian’s recommendations for Cerenia as prescribed.
To prevent vomiting from car sickness, give your dog Cerenia with a small amount of food 2 hours before traveling. You can do this once a day for up to 2 days in a row.
To prevent acute vomiting at home, you can give Cerenia once daily:
- To puppies 2–7 months old, daily for up to 5 days in a row
- To dogs older than 7 months, daily for as long as prescribed by your veterinarian
Can I give Cerenia to my puppy?
To prevent vomiting from car sickness, you can give Cerenia to puppies 4 months and older. For prevention of acute vomiting, you can give Cerenia to puppies 2 months and older.
How often can I give Cerenia to my dog?
When using it to prevent vomiting from car sickness, you may give your dog Cerenia once a day for up to 2 days in a row.
For preventing acute vomiting at home, you can give Cerenia once daily:
- To puppies 2–7 months old, daily up to 5 days in a row
- To dogs older than 7 months, daily for as long as prescribed by your veterinarian
Where can I get Cerenia?
Cerenia is a prescription medication available through veterinarians. Talk with your veterinarian about whether Cerenia might help your pet.
What is Cerenia Injectable?
Cerenia Injectable is used to treat acute vomiting in dogs and cats. It will be administered to your pet at your veterinarian’s practice.
Veterinarians also use Cerenia Injectable to help prevent vomiting in dogs before surgery when opioids are used as a pre-anesthetic.
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Casey's stomach
By Kathy on Dec 11, 2021
This pill helped Casey be able to cope with the changes in her body. She was vomiting all the time and giving her this medication prevented that from happening and she was able to hold down the new diet food she had to eat due to diabetes.
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This Really Works!
By DesMik on Jan 15, 2022
Cerenia works when my fur baby eats less than 50% of her meals due to an upset stomach relating to her health issues. It is also great if my fur babies have vomited.
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Really helps with car sickness
By Maddy on Dec 24, 2021
My dog had serious car anxiety related to car sickness. This allowed me to make major progress with counter conditioning her to the car. It took a long while but I wouldn't have been able to do it without this.
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Life Saving for my KD Cat
By Vern on Oct 16, 2021
My cat Craig is 14 and has kidney disease which causes him to be very nauseous and starts a cycle of avoiding food and water for days at a time when it gets bad. He ended up overnight the vets office more than once with severe dehydration and constipation from this cycle and we nearly lost him. The vet prescribed this to be used as needed and it's been a game changer. I've found that if he avoids two meals it's an indicator that he's not feeling well and is on his way to not drinking. A few hours after feeding him pill pockets with this medicine and he's eating and drinking like a champ! It's amazing to have something that I know will make him feel better and will stop the cycle of water/food My cat Craig is 14 and has kidney disease which causes him to be very nauseous and starts a cycle of avoiding food and water for days at a time when it gets bad. He ended up overnight the vets office more than once with severe dehydration and constipation from this cycle and we nearly lost him. The vet prescribed this to be used as needed and it's been a game changer. I've found that if he avoids two meals it's an indicator that he's not feeling well and is on his way to not drinking. A few hours after feeding him pill pockets with this medicine and he's eating and drinking like a champ! It's amazing to have something that I know will make him feel better and will stop the cycle of water/food avoidance. This has literally saved his life in the last year. … more
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Cerenia is also for Cats
By ViJL on Jan 13, 2022
So thankful for this medication that is helping my boy. Even more thankful that Chewy carries it (cannot find it at a local pharmacy).
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Easy to order
By Easyop on Dec 24, 2021
Ordering from Chewy was very easy to do. They have been very good about keeping me in the loop as to when they are shipping.
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Cerenia results
By MomB on Nov 5, 2021
I have used Cerenia for my cat's nausea and now that he's on a food that is for his sensitive stomach, he is doing wonderfully. I have also used it on my daughter's dog, with the same results. It has worked wonders for us.
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Good Price
By golfergirl13 on Dec 29, 2021
While it's never a good thing to have to give your cat any medication, Chewy has the best price for Cerenia.
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Game Changer!
By Furzilla on Sep 4, 2021
I've only used this twice so far on my giant dog, but I'm so thrilled I can finally take her in the car without having to spend many more hours cleaning the car, along with the seat cover, blanket, towels, etc. My sweet girl is extremely sensitive to motion, and can hurl even on 20 minute rides. We just did a beach trip that was 3 - 4 hours each way, and not one drop of yuck! As soon as I got home I ordered the max amount available.
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This helps Brodie
By Yorkiemom on Nov 8, 2021
Brodie has pancreatitis and he is only 2 yrs old. This medicine was recommended to me to help him ease his stomach so he will not vomit. Last attack nearly took him from us so I am glad he had something to help him. This also helped him from being so car sick which is a blessing too.
