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Get ready to travel--for the first time, there is a medicine
that prevents vomiting due to motion sickness in dogs!
Introducing once-daily CERENIA Tablets—developed just for dogs
If you want to take your dog along on trips, vacations…sometimes just to visit friends
nearby—but can't because your canine companion gets sick when he travels, then read on.
Now there's CERENIA, a new medicine that prevents vomiting caused by motion sickness.
Did you know?
Motion sickness is very common. Pfizer Animal Health talked to many dog owners and found that
about 1 in 6 dogs gets sick from traveling. That's 17% of all dogs!
Just for dogs!
CERENIA was developed just for dogs. It is a safe and effective medicine that prevents
vomiting caused by motion sickness, and it works very well — a success rate of up to 93%!
There is an important list of things people need to know before traveling with their dogs - this checklist will help make remembering a little easier.
How does CERENIA work?
Dogs get motion sickness either because they are anxious while traveling or because their balance
is affected by movement. In either case, CERENIA blocks vomiting signals, which prevents dogs
from getting sick.
How should I give CERENIA Tablets to prevent motion sickness?
Do not feed your dog for 1 hour before giving CERENIA. The best time to give CERENIA is 2 hours
before traveling, with a small amount of food. Do not wrap the tablets tightly in fatty food such
as cheese or meat, since this may keep the tablets from dissolving and delay the effect of CERENIA.
Follow your veterinarian's instructions for giving CERENIA to your dog before traveling.
How often can I give CERENIA to my dog to prevent motion sickness?
You can give your dog CERENIA once a day for up to 2 days in a row.
Can CERENIA be used along with medicines for other conditions?
CERENIA has been given with many other commonly used medicines. But before treating your dog with
CERENIA, be sure your veterinarian is aware of all medicines your dog is receiving.
Does CERENIA have any side effects?
Most dogs do very well on CERENIA. But as with all medicines, some dogs may experience side effects.
Side effects are rare with CERENIA, but when they do occur, the most common ones are excessive
drooling, lethargy, lack of appetite, and diarrhea. A few dogs may vomit after taking the medicine.
Giving CERENIA with a small amount of food will help avoid this. Remember not to wrap the tablets
tightly, so they can dissolve properly.
Is CERENIA right for all dogs?
The safe use of CERENIA has not been tested in female dogs that are breeding, pregnant or are nursing,
dogs that have swallowed foreign objects, and dogs that have eaten poisonous substances.
Caution should be used in giving CERENIA to dogs with liver problems.CERENIA is recommended for dogs 16 weeks and older. The most common side effects seen with CERENIA are excessive drooling (5-13%),
lethargy (9%) and vomiting not due to motion sickness (5-9%). For more information, read the full prescribing information (package insert)
Will CERENIA make my dog sleepy?
CERENIA is non-sedating, so most dogs won't feel tired or drowsy after taking it.
How can I find out more about CERENIA?
For additional questions about CERENIA or your dog's health, be sure to talk to your veterinarian.
And check back here for an expanded, informational website in the months to come.
CERENIA once a day, and go!
It can be distressing to leave your dog home or in a kennel—now you don't have to. With CERENIA, your
next trip should be a lot more pleasant and enjoyable for both you and your dog. Safe travels!
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