Metoclopramide Oral Solution
Metoclopramide is a compounded formulation containing Metoclopramide, prepared by Mixlab for veterinary use. Available by prescription.
How to Give Oral Solution
Oral solutions are liquid medications that you give by mouth. In a solution, the medication is completely dissolved in the liquid, so it usually looks clear or evenly colored. Here's how to give it:
- Shake well each time to mix the medication (5-10 seconds).
- Measure the dose using the syringe/dropper provided or one recommended by your vet. Insert the top of the oral syringe into the bottle adapter. Turn the bottle upside down and pull the plunger until the medicine reaches the volume required
- Hold your pet steady: a towel or helper can assist with squirmy pets.
- Administer the dose slowly into the side of the mouth. Allow small pauses if needed for swallowing.
- Raise the head slightly to help the medication go down and clean any spills with a little water or tissue.
- Praise your pet and offer a treat or water (unless advised against feeding right after).
- Clean the syringe with water immediately after use. Store the bottle as directed, out of sunlight.
- Consistency is key: Shake each time, measure accurately, and contact your vet if any issues arise.
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.
