{"product_id":"maropitant-citrate-tablets-24mg","title":"Maropitant Citrate Tablets 24mg (4 Count)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" data-files=\"rx-map.jpg\" data-original=\"https:\/\/shopify-images-bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/rx-map.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/rx-map.webp\" alt=\"Rx Map\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrescription Antiemetic Tablets for Nausea and Vomiting in Dogs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaropitant Citrate 24mg Tablets are an FDA-approved veterinary prescription antiemetic used by veterinarians for dogs troubled by acute vomiting and motion sickness. The 24mg strength is prescribed for dogs weighing between 8 and 15kg, or approximately 17.6 to 33 pounds. It works by sitting on neurokinin-1 receptors in the brain, stopping substance P from setting off the vomiting reflex through the central nervous system. As the first FDA-approved generic maropitant citrate tablet, it carries the same active ingredient in the same concentration as Cerenia at a reduced cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentral Vomiting Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goes after the brain's NK1 receptors rather than just the gut, giving broader and more reliable vomiting suppression in dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcute Vomiting Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Addresses sudden vomiting from illness, dietary indiscretion, post-surgical recovery, and other acute causes in adult dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravel Sickness Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stops drooling, whining, pacing, and vomiting triggered by motion sickness in dogs during car or other travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFDA-Approved Veterinary Generic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirmed by the FDA to carry the same active ingredient and bioavailability as Cerenia for an equivalent therapeutic effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScored Tablet for Easy Dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each blister-packed scored tablet makes dosing straightforward and storage convenient right up until the time of use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaropitant Citrate 24mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaropitant Citrate 24mg Tablets are a prescription-only medication. A valid veterinarian prescription is required to purchase this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease follow your veterinarian's specific instructions for the dosage and administration of this medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dosage and administration of this medication must be determined by a licensed veterinarian. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any prescription medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTucking the tablet into a soft pill pocket or pill wrap treat is a simple way to get your dog to take their dose without any fuss. For motion sickness, giving it at least two hours before travel is important. Washing hands well with soap and water after handling is also recommended, as skin contact can cause irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-gb\/collections\/dog-pill-pockets\" title=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\"\u003eShop Pill Pockets for Dogs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for Very Young Puppies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puppies under 2 months should not receive this medication for acute vomiting, and those under 4 months should not receive it for motion sickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Liver Disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs with liver impairment need careful management, as maropitant citrate is mainly processed by the liver and can build up in affected animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Toxin Ingestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e This medication has not been proven safe where vomiting comes from toxin ingestion or a suspected gastrointestinal obstruction, so it should not be used in those situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid in Pregnancy and Breeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e How this medication affects breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs has not been established, so it should only be used under direct veterinary guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHuman Skin and Eye Hazard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hands should be washed with soap and water after handling, and if the product touches the eye, flushing with water for 15 minutes and seeking medical attention right away is important.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnown Allergy Contraindication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs with a known sensitivity or allergy to maropitant citrate should not be given this medication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild Drowsiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some dogs feel temporarily sedated and it generally settles on its own without needing any adjustment to the treatment plan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Appetite and Lethargy:\u003c\/strong\u003e A short dip in energy and appetite can show up in some dogs over the course of treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiarrhea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose stools come up occasionally and tend to be mild and settle on their own throughout the treatment period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Allergic Reactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trouble breathing, facial swelling, hives, or collapse all point to a serious reaction needing immediate emergency veterinary care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControlled Room Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store vials somewhere cool and dry, maintaining a temperature of 68°F to 77°F and keeping them away from heat and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore in Original Blister Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeping each tablet sealed in its blister pack until it is needed protects it from light and moisture between uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOut of Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep this medication somewhere children and untreated animals in the home cannot get to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFor generic medications, the product image shown may not reflect the actual item received. Generic medications can vary in size, color, and shape between orders depending on the manufacturer. Additionally, your medication may arrive packaged in a HardyPaw Pharmacy vial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/en-gb\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"\/en-gb\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: What weight of dog is the maropitant citrate 24mg tablet designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 24mg tablet is for dogs in the 8 to 15kg range, which works out to roughly 17.6 to 33 pounds. Maropitant citrate is built around 1mg per kilogram once daily, so each strength covers a specific weight band that keeps dosing accurate without needing to split tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: How does maropitant citrate work differently from famotidine or ondansetron for vomiting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Where famotidine lowers stomach acid to address gastric irritation and ondansetron targets 5HT3 serotonin receptors, maropitant takes the fight to NK1 receptors in the brain's vomiting center and stops substance P from triggering the reflex centrally. That central reach is what makes it effective across a wider range of vomiting causes, including motion sickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Can maropitant citrate 24mg tablets be used off-label in cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e The approved tablet indication covers dogs, but veterinarians can legally prescribe maropitant off-label for cats dealing with nausea and vomiting from illness, chemotherapy, or other conditions. Dosing, timing, and monitoring work differently in cats than in dogs. Following a veterinarian's specific off-label instructions carefully is important if it is prescribed for a cat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: Can maropitant citrate be used for more than five consecutive days in dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e The approved label covers up to five consecutive days. Anything beyond that is off-label territory and should only happen with a veterinarian's direct oversight. For dogs dealing with chronic nausea from an ongoing condition, a veterinarian will assess whether continued or intermittent use makes sense based on how the dog is responding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Does maropitant citrate also provide pain relief in dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substance P plays a role in transmitting pain signals as well as triggering vomiting, so maropitant may offer a mild secondary analgesic effect. Some veterinarians factor this in when prescribing it for dogs coming out of surgery or recovering from illness. That said, it is not a substitute for proper pain medication in dogs dealing with significant pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Research\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFDA Veterinary Labeling - Maropitant Citrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican Veterinary Medical Association - Motion Sickness in Dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMerck Veterinary Manual - Antiemetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVCA Hospitals - Vomiting in Dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Varies (Generic)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43320873648289,"sku":"22123","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/maropitant-citrate-tablets-24mg-4-count-pet-medicine-559.png?v=1777635565","url":"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/en-gb\/products\/maropitant-citrate-tablets-24mg","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}