{"id":629481,"date":"2024-08-18T12:08:22","date_gmt":"2024-08-18T16:08:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=629481"},"modified":"2024-10-25T09:47:29","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T13:47:29","slug":"omeprazole-for-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/omeprazole-for-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"Omeprazole for cats: Dosage and safety"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole is a stomach acid reducer. Most people are familiar with it as the brand name heartburn drug Prilosec OTC. It works by blocking the stomach&rsquo;s acid production, reducing irritation and erosion of the stomach lining. Veterinarians use it <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/off-label-prescription-drugs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">off-label<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in cats to treat ulcers or acid irritation and erosion of the esophagus (esophagitis). Veterinarians rarely encounter stomach ulcers in cats, but esophagitis is a more common problem usually caused by acid reflux. Omeprazole&rsquo;s side effects are minimal. However, studies in mice have shown some concern for long-term use, so veterinarians try to limit its use to no longer than four weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/omeprazole\"><b>Save up to 80% on omeprazole<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-omeprazole-used-for-in-cats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is omeprazole used for in cats?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/omeprazole\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is commonly prescribed to treat or prevent ulcers or esophagitis in cats. It works by reducing gastric acid secretion. It belongs to a class of drugs called <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/proton-pump-inhibitors\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">proton pump inhibitors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or PPIs. These drugs block the proton pump in the cells lining the stomach, which releases hydrogen protons into the stomach to create an acid environment. By reducing acid content, omeprazole gives the stomach or esophageal lining time to heal.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike an antacid, omeprazole reduces gastric acid after a meal and continues to work between meals. It works for a long time&mdash;usually two or three days&mdash;because it collects around the cells in the stomach.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"omeprazole-for-ulcers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole for ulcers<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike people and dogs, ulcers are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.sagepub.com\/doi\/10.1053\/jfms.2001.0148\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">uncommon in cats<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. When cats have gastrointestinal ulcers, the most likely cause is cancer, infection, parasites, poisoning, ulcer-causing drugs like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/nsaids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NSAIDs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), or a foreign object in the stomach.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While keeping in mind that stomach ulcers in cats are usually part of a larger and sometimes very serious medical condition, the most common symptoms cats with ulcers have are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood in the vomit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black and tarry stools<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appetite loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anemia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Veterinarians can only definitively diagnose stomach or duodenal ulcers from an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merckvetmanual.com\/digestive-system\/diseases-of-the-stomach-and-intestines-in-small-animals\/gastrointestinal-ulcers-in-small-animals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">endoscopic examination<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Once an ulcer has been diagnosed, veterinarians will try to find and treat the underlying cause. Omeprazole is a drug of choice for reducing stomach acid to help the ulcer heal.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"omeprazole-for-esophagitis\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole for esophagitis<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike ulcers, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merckvetmanual.com\/cat-owners\/digestive-disorders-of-cats\/disorders-of-the-esophagus-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">esophagitis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (irritation and swelling of the esophageal lining) is common in cats. It is usually caused by acid reflux disease, a condition in which stomach contents, including acid, back up into the esophagus. Other causes include caustic chemicals, foreign objects, and anesthesia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like most cat diseases, esophagitis is difficult for owners to spot. The most typical symptoms are behavior changes that signal the cat is not feeling well. More specific symptoms of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vin.com\/apputil\/content\/defaultadv1.aspx?id=3843760&amp;pid=8708\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">feline esophagitis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regurgitation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swallowing problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive swallowing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Painful swallowing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive salivation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with stomach ulcers, veterinarians can only definitively diagnose esophagitis from an endoscopic examination. Treatments include a soft food diet, drugs to reduce reflux, and a stomach acid reducer. Omeprazole is usually the first choice as an acid suppressant, but histamine blockers also work well and have fewer adverse effects. Other drugs, such as an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-do-antibiotics-work\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antibiotic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or stomach protectant, may also be added.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-omeprazole-safe-for-cats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is omeprazole safe for cats?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole is safe to use in cats for a limited time&mdash;four weeks or less. It isn&rsquo;t safe for all cats. Any cat that has had an allergic reaction to omeprazole shouldn&rsquo;t take the drug. Because omeprazole is eliminated by the liver and kidneys, veterinarians will sometimes reduce the dose in cats with liver problems or kidney disease.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"side-effects-of-omeprazole-in-cats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side effects of omeprazole in cats<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common side effects of omeprazole in cats are generally mild and include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decreased appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole also increases liver enzymes in the blood. Veterinary professionals do not consider this a threat, but you should inform any veterinarian treating the cat about omeprazole treatment before any blood tests are given.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More serious side effects are rare but could include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood disorders<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neurologic changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein in the urine<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"interactions-of-omeprazole-with-other-pet-meds\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interactions of omeprazole with other pet meds<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole has so <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/plumbs.com\/blog\/top-10-drugs-involved-in-drug-interactions-in-veterinary-medicine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">many drug interactions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that it&rsquo;s very important that pet parents inform the veterinarian about everything the cat takes. This includes prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, dietary supplements, and herbal remedies.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole drug interactions fall into two categories: drugs that don&rsquo;t work well when taken with omeprazole and drugs that are more likely to cause side effects when combined with omeprazole.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole slows the breakdown of many other drugs, making them more likely to cause side effects. The dosages of these other drugs may need to be adjusted. These include:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/benzodiazepines\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benzodiazepines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as diazepam<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/anticonvulsants\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antiseizure drugs<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/pet-antibiotics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antibiotic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> clarithromycin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/calcineurin-inhibitors\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">immune-suppressing drug<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cyclosporine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/anticoagulants\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">blood thinner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> warfarin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The heart failure drug digoxin.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because omeprazole reduces stomach acid, some drugs don&rsquo;t get adequately digested in the stomach. As a result, the animal gets less of the drug into their system. These drugs include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The antibiotic ampicillin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/antifungals\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antifungal drug<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ketoconazole<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iron supplements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin B12<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"omeprazole-dosage-for-cats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole dosage for cats<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The standard omeprazole dosage for cats is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merckvetmanual.com\/multimedia\/table\/antiulcerative-drugs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0.5&ndash;1 mg\/kg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, administered once daily. This is the recommended dosage for gastric ulcers and esophagitis. Some recommendations call for slightly higher doses or for two doses per day, so dosages may vary by veterinarian.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Human versions of omeprazole come as tablets, capsules, or oral suspensions. These human versions are the same ones that your vet may prescribe for your cat. There&rsquo;s also an omeprazole oral paste sold under the brand names UlcerGard and GastroGard. Both are formulated in doses appropriate for horses, so they aren&rsquo;t used in cats.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"can-cats-overdose-on-omeprazole\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can cats overdose on omeprazole?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not give a cat too much omeprazole. It&rsquo;s unlikely to cause serious problems unless the overdose is massive. However, you should still call a veterinarian or pet poison helpline if you think the cat has been given too much omeprazole.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"can-i-give-my-cat-omeprazole-every-day\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can I give my cat omeprazole every day?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats should be given daily doses of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prilosec\/dosage\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">omeprazole<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but only for a few weeks. Do not miss doses. Veterinarians are advised that cats should not take omeprazole for longer than four weeks. Some veterinarians may extend treatment longer than that but are unlikely to go beyond eight weeks, the maximum treatment length for dogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"how-to-give-your-cat-omeprazole\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to give your cat omeprazole<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dosing a cat with omeprazole is straightforward:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow all the veterinarian&rsquo;s instructions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give the cat every dose for the full length of time prescribed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Administer the dose every day in the morning before the cat&rsquo;s morning meal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give the dose before the cat has eaten. If the cat throws up the dose, try giving it with food the next time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don&rsquo;t know how to give a cat an omeprazole tablet or capsule, ask a veterinary technician at the vet&rsquo;s office to demonstrate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are giving the cat omeprazole oral suspension, shake the bottle before measuring a dose. Always measure the dose with an oral syringe, which a veterinarian can provide for free.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not miss a dose. If a dose of omeprazole is missed, give it when remembered. If it&rsquo;s almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and give the next dose as scheduled. Never make up a missed dose by giving the cat two doses at once.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Store this medicine at room temperature in a light-resistant container.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"omeprazole-alternatives-for-cats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole alternatives for cats<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omeprazole is a preferred treatment for cats with ulcers. If omeprazole is not an option, veterinarians can use other acid suppressants, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Other proton pump inhibitors: <\/strong>The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) considers proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole to be the best option for treating dogs and cats with ulcers or esophagitis. In addition to omeprazole, veterinarians can use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/pantoprazole-sodium\"><span>pantoprazole<\/span><\/a><span>, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lansoprazole\"><span>lansoprazole<\/span><\/a><span>, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/esomeprazole-magnesium\"><span>esomeprazole<\/span><\/a><span> in cats. Some of these are not as effective as omeprazole in cats.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Histamine 2 receptor antagonists (H2 blockers): <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/h2-antagonists\"><span>H2 blockers<\/span><\/a><span> also block stomach acid production. Veterinarians are most likely to prescribe <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/famotidine\"><span>famotidine,<\/span><\/a><span> which is sold over the counter as a generic or brand-name <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/pepcid\"><span>Pepcid<\/span><\/a><span> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/zantac-360\"><span>Zantac<\/span><\/a><span>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Antacids: <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats can take most antacids, but they are not considered <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dvm360.com\/view\/acvim-consensus-statement-gi-protectants-what-you-need-know\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">effective as a treatment for<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ulcers and esophagitis in cats<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Given with a meal, they neutralize stomach acid. They can also be used with omeprazole, provided they are given two hours before or two hours after the omeprazole dose.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Sucralfate: <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The veterinarian could also use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/sucralfate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sucralfate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to prevent or treat ulcers in cats. This drug works by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK551527\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reacting with the acid in the stomach<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and forming a protective barrier over the stomach lining.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"summary\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summary<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats can safely be given omeprazole for a few weeks for ulcers or esophagitis. The treatment requires daily doses given once or twice a day. Give the cat each day&rsquo;s dose at least 30 minutes before eating. If doses are given once per day, give the dose before the cat eats in the morning.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Omeprazole is a stomach acid reducer. Most people are familiar with it as the brand name heartburn drug Prilosec OTC. It works by blocking the stomach&rsquo;s acid production, reducing irritation and erosion of the stomach lining. Veterinarians use it off-label in cats to treat ulcers or acid irritation and erosion of the esophagus (esophagitis). 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