Maropitine Injection
Maropitine Injection contains Maropitant (10 mg/ml) for dogs and cats. Broad-spectrum NK1 receptor antagonist for prevention and treatment of vomiting, motion sickness and chemotherapy-induced nausea.
Description
Maropitine Injection
Maropitant injection for dogs and cats
Broad-spectrum NK1 receptor antagonist injection for the prevention and treatment of vomiting in dogs and cats.
Manufactured/Marketed by: Panav Bio-Tech Pvt. Ltd.
Country of Origin: India
Dosage form: Injection
Presentation:
Maropitant Injection 10 mg/ml | 5 ml & 20 ml Multi-Use Vials
Ingredients & Composition:
Maropitant (as Maropitant Citrate) – 10 mg per ml
Water for Injections I.P. – q.s.
Description / Action:
SC/IV Use in Dogs & Cats
FDA-approved NK1 receptor antagonist — broad-spectrum antiemetic targeting both central and peripheral pathways, no pre-administration refrigeration required.
Key highlights
FDA Approved
Internationally validated — proven safety and efficacy in clinical trials
No Pre-Admin Refrigeration
Room-temperature stable — convenient for emergency and field use
NK1 / Substance P Inhibitor
Acts on CRTZ and GI tract simultaneously for broad antiemetic coverage
CKD-Specific Cat Use
Reduces uremic toxin-induced vomiting in chronic kidney disease cats
5 ml/20 ml Multi-Use Vial
High-volume format for busy practices with multiple patients per day
Class:
Neurokinin-1 (NK1) receptor antagonist; Antiemetic
Indication / Uses:
Chemotherapy & CKD Support: Prevents and manages nausea & vomiting in dogs and cats during cancer treatment and CKD (uremic vomiting).
Motion Sickness Relief: Effective prevention of travel-induced nausea and vomiting in both dogs and cats.
Peri-Surgical & General Care: Controls nausea during anaesthesia (including opioid use) and provides broad-spectrum anti-nausea support in pets.
Dosage and administration:
Species | Age / Condition | Dose & Route | Duration |
Dogs | 10 weeks – 4 months | 1 mg/kg SC once daily | Up to 5 consecutive days |
Dogs | >4 months | 1 mg/kg IV or SC once daily | Up to 5 consecutive days |
Cats | All ages | 1 mg/kg IV or SC once daily | Up to 5 consecutive days |
Overdoses / Side effects / Contraindications / Warnings:
Side effects
Injection site pain or swelling (more common after SC administration)
Hypersalivation
Lethargy
Diarrhoea
Reduced appetite (uncommon)
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to maropitant or formulation components.
Warnings
Symptomatic treatment of vomiting does not replace diagnosis of the underlying cause.
Use cautiously in patients with hepatic dysfunction because maropitant is metabolized by the liver.
Monitor debilitated or severely dehydrated patients appropriately.
Pharmaceutical precautions / Instructions:
For veterinary use only. Administer by SC or IV route as recommended.
Maintain aseptic technique while withdrawing doses.
Store according to label recommendations. Keep out of reach of children.
Safety: Age / Pregnancy / Withdrawal:
Minimum age: Dogs from 10 weeks as per product recommendations; cats as directed by the veterinarian.
Pregnancy/Lactation: Use only according to the benefit-risk assessment by the veterinarian.
Withdrawal period: Not applicable for dogs and cats.
Substitute: Cerenia Injection (Zoetis),
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