Metoclopramide Hydrochloride 10 mg Tablets

Metoclopramide for Cat

Prescription Antiemetic & Prokinetic Support

Metoclopramide Hydrochloride 10 mg Tablets are veterinary-prescribed oral tablets used in cats to control vomiting, reduce nausea, and improve delayed stomach emptying. This medication works by suppressing the brain’s vomiting reflex while also enhancing gastrointestinal motility. It is commonly used in acute and supportive digestive care protocols.

⚠️ Veterinary prescription required.

What It Is Used For

Metoclopramide may be prescribed for:

• Acute or chronic vomiting
• Nausea
• Delayed gastric emptying (gastroparesis)
• Post-operative nausea
• Gastritis
• Acid reflux
• Chemotherapy-related nausea
• Supportive care in renal disease
• Mild gastrointestinal stasis

It does not treat the underlying cause of vomiting. Diagnosis by a veterinarian is required before use.

How It Works

Metoclopramide provides dual action:

Central Action

• Blocks dopamine receptors in the vomiting center
• Reduces nausea signals

Peripheral Action

• Increases lower esophageal sphincter tone
• Enhances gastric contractions
• Promotes stomach emptying
• Improves intestinal transit

This combination helps control vomiting while restoring normal digestive movement.

Key Clinical Benefits

• Fast onset (typically within 30–60 minutes)
• Reduces frequency of vomiting
• Supports appetite recovery
• Improves gastric emptying
• Helps reduce reflux

When used correctly, it is generally well tolerated in cats.

Recommended Dosage (Veterinary Use Only)

Standard oral dose:

0.2–0.5 mg per kg body weight every 8 hours

⚠️ Tablets may require accurate splitting or compounding for feline dosing.

Typical Duration:

• Acute cases: 3–5 days
• Extended use: Only under veterinary supervision

Do not adjust dosage without veterinary approval.

Administration Guidelines

• May be given with or without food
• If vomiting occurs within 30 minutes of dosing, consult your vet before re-dosing
• Compounded liquid may be recommended for precise dosing
• Administer every 8 hours as prescribed

Consistency is important for effectiveness.

Safety Information

Metoclopramide is generally safe when used as directed.

Possible Side Effects (Uncommon)

• Mild sedation
• Restlessness
• Hyperactivity
• Soft stools
• Rare tremors
• Very rare seizures

Most side effects resolve with dose adjustment or discontinuation.

Do Not Use If Your Cat Has:

• Gastrointestinal obstruction
• GI perforation
• GI bleeding
• Seizure disorders
• Known hypersensitivity to metoclopramide
• Pheochromocytoma

Use cautiously in cats with:

• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Geriatric conditions

Drug Interactions

Use caution with:

• Phenothiazines (e.g., acepromazine)
• CNS depressants
• Opioids
• Anticholinergics
• MAO inhibitors

Always inform your veterinarian about all medications your cat is receiving.

When to Seek Veterinary Attention

Contact your veterinarian if your cat develops:

• Tremors or seizures
• Severe behavioral changes
• Persistent vomiting
• Facial swelling
• Difficulty breathing

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