Metoclopramide Injectable
Metoclopramide is a compounded formulation containing Metoclopramide, prepared by Mixlab for veterinary use. Available by prescription.
Giving your pet an injection might feel intimidating at first, but with practice, it becomes routine. Follow these steps for safe and stress-free injections.
Get Your Supplies Ready
- Medication vial or pre-filled syringe
- Alcohol swabs
- Sterile syringe & needle (if not pre-filled)
- Sharps container for safe needle disposal
Drawing Up the Dose (if needed)
- Clean the vial top with an alcohol swab
- Attach needle to syringe
- Pull in air equal to the dose
- Insert needle into vial, push air in
- Draw out the correct dose
- Tap out air bubbles
Pick the Injection Site
- Subcutaneous (under the skin): Loose skin between shoulder blades or side
- Intramuscular (into muscle): As directed by your vet
Prep the Area
- Pinch a fold of skin to form a “tent” (for subcutaneous). Wipe with alcohol if recommended.
Inject the Medication
- Hold the syringe like a pencil
- Insert the needle into the base of the skin tent at a 45° angle
- Push the plunger slowly to inject
After the Injection
- Remove the needle smoothly
- Place it immediately in the sharps container (don’t recap)
- Pat the area and give your pet praise or a treat
Safety Tips
- Never reuse needles
- Always dispose of used needles properly
- Ask your vet for help if unsure
The uses and pharmacology described below reflect the FDA-approved labeling for this active ingredient; your veterinarian determines whether and how they apply to your animal's treatment plan.
Metoclopramide hydrochloride is a prokinetic and antiemetic agent utilized extensively in veterinary medicine for gastrointestinal management. It is a prescription medication available for use in dogs and cats, requiring a valid veterinarian-client-patient relationship before it can be dispensed. It is frequently considered in the context of digestive health for patients presented with nausea or delayed stomach emptying.
Prescription only. Use only under the direction of a licensed veterinarian. This information is not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis, prescribing or monitoring. Compounded drugs are not approved by the FDA for safety or effectiveness.
At a pharmacological level, it is considered to influence gastrointestinal transit by sensitizing tissues to acetylcholine and is considered to influence the vomiting center by modulating dopamine receptors. Commonly observed effects include behavioral shifts such as restlessness, temporary lethargy or coordination changes. It is typically avoided in patients where a mechanical gastrointestinal obstruction is suspected. Owners should monitor for significant behavioral changes or unusual agitation and contact their veterinarian promptly with any concerns regarding the patient's response.
Yes. Metoclopramide is a prescription medication and requires a valid authorization from a licensed veterinarian. Mixlab verifies all professional requirements before preparing any medication.
Yes. Mixlab specializes in compounding metoclopramide into customized strengths and flavored oral formats, such as flavored oral liquids or treats, to support easier administration for your pet.
Veterinarians discuss metoclopramide because it is considered to influence the rate at which the stomach empties. This provides a method for addressing digestive comfort in pets with certain motility challenges.
You should monitor for observational signs like improved appetite or reduced nausea. If you notice your pet appearing unusually agitated or restless, contact your veterinarian for a clinical review.
Metoclopramide is typically avoided in patients with a suspected obstruction. Your veterinarian will perform a professional examination to ensure this management approach is appropriate for your pet's condition.
