Cerenia is used for the prevention of acute vomiting and vomiting due to motion sickness in dogs. Cerenia is a veterinary medicine for preventing and treating vomiting in dogs and cats, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Maropitant , sold under the brand name Cerenia among others, when used as maropitant citrate (USAN), is a neurokinin-1 (NK 1) receptor antagonist developed by Zoetis specifically for the treatment of motion sickness and vomiting in dogs.

Understanding the Context

Use Cerenia Tablets for acute vomiting in dogs 2 months and older, and for prevention of vomiting due to motion sickness in dogs 4 months and older. Safe use has not been evaluated in dogs with gastrointestinal obstruction, or those that have ingested toxins. Maropitant (Cerenia) is FDA-approved for use in dogs to help prevent and treat vomiting caused by motion sickness. Cerenia® is also used to treat acute nausea and vomiting in dogs and can alleviate nausea associated with chemotherapy.

Key Insights

Cerenia is the brand name of maropitant citrate, a drug used to treat vomiting in dogs and cats. In dogs, it's also used to prevent vomiting due to motion sickness. Maropitant citrate (brand name Cerenia®, Emeprev®) is an antiemetic used to treat vomiting and motion sickness in dogs and cats. It also may act as a mild pain control medication.