What is Maropitant?
Vomiting and motion sickness in dogs and cats.
At Pharmacy on the Park, Maropitant is compounded in our pharmacy from a prescription, in the strength and form your veterinarian orders.
How does it work?
Blocks substance P at the vomiting center in the brain.
What is it used for?
Vomiting and motion sickness in dogs and cats. Your veterinarian determines the use, dose and monitoring.
How is it used?
- Flavored oral suspension. Flavored suspensions are shaken well and measured with the oral syringe we provide, then given by mouth.
- Capsule. Capsules are swallowed by mouth. For pets, a capsule can often be hidden in a small treat if your veterinarian agrees.
- Transdermal gel (PLO). Transdermal gel comes in pre-measured syringes. Wearing a glove, rub the measured amount into the hairless inner ear, alternating ears if directed.
- Oral liquid. Oral liquids are shaken well and measured with the oral syringe we provide.
- Chewable treat. Chewable treats are given like a snack.
- Nasal spray. Nasal sprays are primed before first use and sprayed into each nostril as directed.
Follow the directions on your label. The strength, amount and schedule are set by your veterinarian.
Side effects and safety
Commonly reported: Drooling, decreased appetite. Call your veterinarian or us about any reaction that concerns you.
Who should use caution?
Very young puppies and pets with liver disease. Share your full medical history and medication list with your veterinarian.
How should it be stored?
Check your label: many flavored liquids are refrigerated. Shake well before each dose. Store syringes as directed on the label, capped and away from heat. Check your label: some liquids are refrigerated. Shake well before each dose. Keep treats sealed and follow the label; some are refrigerated. Always follow the storage directions and beyond-use date on your label, and keep medications out of reach of children and pets.
Why is it compounded?
Most medications are made for people, in strengths and forms that don’t suit pets. Compounding lets us prepare Maropitant in the exact strength your veterinarian orders, in forms such as flavored oral suspension, capsule, transdermal gel (plo). Flavoring helps pets and people take it more easily. We can also leave out dyes, fillers or allergens when needed.