Cerenia is only for dogs at least 16
weeks old. Not for humans. Not for cats or other animals.
Do not permit children to handle or
administer Cerenia.
Review the package directions and warnings.
Use exactly as prescribed by your veterinarian.
Cerenia Tablets and Injectable Solution
prevent and treat acute vomiting. The oral tablet form is also for the
prevention of vomiting due to motion sickness.
Directions for Cerenia Oral Tablets
to Prevent Vomiting from Motion Sickness:
- Give Cerenia at least one
hour after feeding your dog.
- Administer Cerenia two hours
prior to travel.
- Hand-feed Cerenia to your
pet. Do not embed it in food, as this will delay absorption.
- Give dogs weighing 2.2 lbs.
1/2 tablet of 16 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 2.3-3.3
lbs. 1/2 tablet of 24 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 3.4-4.4
lbs. 1 tablet of 16 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 4.5-6.6
lbs. 1 tablet of 24 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 6.7-8.8
lbs. 2 tablets of 16 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 8.9-13.2
lbs. 2 tablets of 24 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 13.3-16.5
lbs. 1 tablet of 60 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 16.6-22.0
lbs. 1/2 tablet of 160 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 22.1-33.0
lbs. 2 tablets of 60 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 33.1-44.0
lbs. 1 tablet of 160 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 44.1-66.0
lbs. 1 1/2 tablets of 160 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 66.1-88.0
lbs. 2 tablets of 160 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 88.1-132.0
lbs. 3 tablets of 160 mg.
Directions for Cerenia Oral Tablets
to Treat or Prevent Acute Vomiting:
- Wait at least 1 hour after
feeding to administer Cerenia.
- Administer Cerenia tablets
orally by hand, not with food.
- Give dogs weighing 2.2-8.8
lbs. 1/2 tablet of 16 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 8.9-17.6
lbs. 1 tablet of 16 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 17.7-26.4
lbs. 1 tablet of 24 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 26.5-52.8
lbs. 2 tablets of 24 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 52.9-66.0
lbs. 1 tablet of 60 mg.
- Give dogs weighing 66.1-132.0
lbs. 2 tablets of 60 mg.
Frequency of Use:
All Cerenia dosages are given once
daily. For prevention of vomiting due to motion sickness, Cerenia Tablets
should only be consecutively used for up to 2 days. For treatment or
prevention of acute vomiting, the tablets and injectable solution should
only be used consecutively for up to 5 days.
Storage:
Keep Cerenia out of reach of children
and animals. Store in original packaging.
Store Cerenia Tablets and Injectable
Solution at controlled room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F.
Use Cerenia Injectable Solution within
28 days of initial vial puncture.
It is a violation of Federal Law
to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
The active ingredient in Cerenia, maropitant
citrate, is an antiemetic. It blocks substance P, a compound in the
brain responsible for triggering vomiting. In this manner, Cerenia treats
and prevents acute vomiting in dogs, and the oral form also prevents
vomiting as a reaction to motion sickness.
Cerenia requires a prescription from
your veterinarian.
Cerenia (maropitant citrateg)
Cerenia is made in scored tablets at
four dosages: 16 mg maropitant citrate, 24 mg maropitant citrate, 60
mg maropitant citrate, and 160 mg maropitant citrate. Packages contain
4 tablets.
Cerenia Injectable Solution is available
in 20 mL amber glass vials, with each mL containing 10 mg maropitant
citrate.
Active ingredients: maropitant citrate
Warnings:
Keep this product out of reach of children
and animals. Do not use or store in or near open flame or heat.
Cerenia is for dogs 16 weeks of age
or older. Its safety in younger dogs is not known. Do not administer
to other animals. Not for use in humans.
Use only as prescribed by your veterinarian.
Do not give to any dog that does not have a prescription.
Wait at least 1 hour after feeding
to orally administer Cerenia Tablets. Do not wrap them in fatty foods
such as meat or cheese.
Cerenia Injectable Solution is for
subcutaneous injection only.
CAUTION:
The safety of Cerenia for breeding,
pregnant, and nursing dogs has not been established.
Side effects are rare, but may include
diarrhea, loss of appetite, drooling, drowsiness, or lethargy. Irritation
or other localized skin symptoms may affect the area of injection when
using Cerenia Injectable Solution.
Not for dogs with an allergy to maropitant
citrate. Facial swelling, cold limbs, vomiting, sudden-onset diarrhea,
hives, rash, itching, seizures, shock, and coma are possible indications
of an allergic reaction. Seek emergency veterinary attention.
Use with caution in dogs with liver
problems. Not for dogs with gastrointestinal obstructions or those that
have swallowed toxic substances.
Diarrhea, blood in the feces, lethargy,
and diminished appetite may indicate an overdose. Contact your veterinarian
right away if you know of or suspect an overdose.
Consult your veterinarian before using
other drugs or supplements with Cerenia. There is known potential for
interaction with some anticonvulsant, heart, and behavioral medications,
as well as with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs.
Cerenia Injectable Solution is an ocular
irritant. Flush affected eyes for 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
Prolonged or repeated exposure to Cerenia
may cause skin sensitization. Wash hands with soap and water after administering
this product.
In the event of accidental human ingestion
or injection, contact your physician or a poison control center immediately.
Have the product label available.
Warranty and Manufacturer Information:
US Patents: See US 6,222,038; US 6,255,320
NADA #141-262, Approved by FDA
Distributed by: Pfizer Animal Health,
Div. of Pfizer Inc, NY, NY 10017
November 2006
75-1001-00
NAC No.: 36902400