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1 Μαρ 2010 · Ondansetron is available as a 2 mg/ml injectable, 4 mg tablets and an oral solution (4 mg per 5 ml). The empirical dosage in cats is 0.5 mg/kg bid. Dolasetron is supplied as an injectable and as 50 mg tablets, which must be reformulated for use in cats. The empirical dosage is 0.6–1.0 mg/kg IV or PO sid.
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refractory vomiting in hospitalized cats with pancreatitis,...
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13 Ιουν 2018 · The prescription was 4mg dose pills and the instructions say to give one pill every 6 to 12 hours as needed. I questioned her about the dose, and she said 4mg is fine to give a cat that weighs between 11 & 12 pounds. Everything I have read suggests that 1mg is more likely the proper dosage. What dose do you give your cats? Thanks.
refractory vomiting in hospitalized cats with pancreatitis, hepatic lipidosis, severe inflammatory bowel disease, GI neoplasia and cholangitis. Ondansetron is available as a 2 mg/ml injectable, 4 mg tablets and an oral solution (4 mg per 5 ml). The empirical dosage in cats is 0.5 mg/kg bid. Dolasetron is supplied as an
CLASSIFICATION. USE. DOSE (for cats and dogs unless otherwise noted) Chlorpromazine. Alpha-2 adrenergic antagonist D2 dopaminergic antagonist H1 histaminergic antagonist M1 muscarinic cholinergic antagonist. Antiemetic. 0.2–0.4 mg/kg SC or IM Q 8 H. Cisapride. 5-HT4 serotonergic agonist.
Hickman and colleagues reported on the pharmacokinetics of PO, SC, and IV use in cats. 5 Because maropitant is metabolized by the liver, a lower dosage of 0.5 mg/kg IV is sometimes used for treatment or prevention of vomiting in both species, if there is concern about liver function.
Overall, Ondansetron can be a safe and effective treatment for vomiting and nausea in cats, but it is important to follow the dosing instructions provided by your veterinarian and to monitor your cat closely for any adverse effects.
Clinical challenges: There are several antiemetic drugs that are clinically effective in cats. Making a rational choice from the available options requires knowledge of the likely cause of the vomiting, and the mechanisms of action and side effects of each drug.
