Omeprazole for Pets: Gastrointestinal Ulcer & Acid Reduction

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Poor Gizmo! I do not recommend to make any changes without speaking with your regular veterinarian but I think trying something different is a good idea since Gizmo is still having problems. You may try the Omeprazole if your vet thinks it may help. Best of luck.

To answer your question directly, omeprazole (Prilosec) would be the one to use. It would be a way to heal ulcers. I cannot honestly say that stomach ulcers are not that common in cats. ( https://www.petplace.com/article/drug-library/drug-library/library/omeprazole-prilosec-gastrogard-for-dogs-and-cats/ ) Does he really only weigh 2 pounds? That is really not good. I strongly believe there is something else underlying. I would recommend an abdominal ultrasound as the next step and/or a barium x-ray series. If you would like more one on one help you can always opt for a private consultation. It is very difficult to give advice on serious cases with just the space allowed in this text box.

Omeprazole is a powerful antacid that blocks acid production in the stomach to protect the gastrointestinal tract against ulcers. However, in occasional cases, it can cause a loss of appetite, vomiting or diarrhea. There is a chance that Spock may be feeling nauseous due to the omeprazole and is not eating due to nausea. Unfortunately, since I have not personally examined Spock, I am legally unable to provide you with precise dosing instructions and must instruct you to follow your vet's prescription. Be sure to call your vet first thing in the morning so that they can adjust Spocks antacid dosing or switch to a different medication. I hope that all goes well!

Hi there and thanks for posting! Acid reducers can help greatly if Cleo has been diagnosed with acid reflux. Omeprazole or Famotidine can be given, but I would be sure to check with Cleo's primary care veterinarian to determine the right dose for her. I hope this helps!

In the past in the UK we used to prescribe Antepsin syrup or tablets for gastric ulcers, in addition to analgesic medications (no antinflammatories !) and antiacids. It used to be a human medication so needed informed consent from the owners and compliance to the cascade (it could be used in cases where no other authorised animal medication was available). Unfortunately then there was a shortage in his availability and other medications had to be used on their own.. Antepsin, or sulcralfate, created a barrier between the ulcer and the acid content of the stomach. The antiacids now are still used, and their active drug is either omeprazole and/or ranitidine.

YEs, fewer signs fo nausea/discomfort and less burping wpuld be an indication that the treatment is working. Ensuring he eats slowly by using a slow feeder or scattering his food over a wide tray or plate so he has to work harder for it can also be helpful in improving overall digestion.

While I think it is more common to prescribe omeprazole for once daily use there are reports of using it twice daily. If Lily has been on omeprazole once daily in the past it would be a good idea to check in with your vet to be sure that's the dose they intended.