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Omeprazole (Prilosec, Gastrogard)

Dosage form:

Capsules 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg; powder for infusion solution 40 mg

Pharmacological group:

Proton pump inhibitor

Therapeutic use:

Gastroprotectant

Dosage:

Dogs:

0.5–1.5 mg/kg intravenously or orally once every 24 hours (recent evidence suggests every 12 hours)

Cats:

0.75–1 mg/kg subcutaneously or intravenously once every 24 hours (recent evidence suggests every 12 hours)

Calculate medication dosage for pets

Select the dosage form

Tablets Ready-to-use solution Powder for solution preparation

Weight of the animal:

Dose:

mg/kg

Amount of active ingredient:

mg/tablet

Dry substance amount:

Diluent volume:

Single dose:

tablet

Omeprazole (Prilosec, Gastrogard) dosage calculation

Accurate dosing is essential when treating pets. To calculate a single dose correctly, you need three key values: the animal’s weight, the required dose of the active ingredient, and the concentration of the medication.

Calculation formula:

Single dose = (Animal weight × Required dose) ÷ Medication concentration

Important notes:

Always consult a veterinarian before using any medication.
Follow the recommended dosage and instructions for use.

Accurate dosing helps protect your pet’s health and reduces the risk of side effects.