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Metomotyl 5 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Cats and Dogs

Active ingredient: Metoclopramide Hydrochloride

Form

Injection

Species

Cats Dogs

Manufacturer

Le Vet Beheer B.V.

VMD MA No.

41821/5014

What it's used for

Symptomatic treatment of vomiting and reduced gastro-intestinal motility associated with gastritis, pyloric spasm, chronic nephritis and digestive intolera...

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Clinical information

Metomotyl 5 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Cats and Dogs — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.

Symptomatic treatment of vomiting and reduced gastro-intestinal motility
associated with gastritis, pyloric spasm, chronic nephritis and digestive
intolerance to some drugs. Prevention of vomiting after surgery.

Do not use in cases of:
- gastro-intestinal perforation or obstruction.
- gastro-intestinal hemorrhage
- hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients.

Dogs:
Very rare
(<1 animal / 10,000 animals
treated, including isolated
reports):
Extrapyramidal effects (agitation, ataxia, abnormal
positions and/or movements, prostration, tremors
and aggression, vocalisation)*
Allergic reaction
*The observed effects are transient and disappear when treatment is stopped.
Cats:
Very rare
(<1 animal / 10,000 animals
treated, including isolated
reports):
Extrapyramidal effects (agitation, ataxia, abnormal
positions and/or movements, prostration, tremors
and aggression, vocalisation)*
Allergic reaction
Drowsiness
Diarrhoea
*The observed effects are transient and disappear when treatment is stopped.

None

Revised: March 2024
AN: 00206/2023

Special precautions for use in animals
The dosage must be adapted in animals with renal or hepatic insufficiency (due
to an increase in the risk of side effects).
Avoid administration to animals with seizure disorders or head trauma. Avoid in
dogs with pseudopregnancy.
Avoid administration to animals with epilepsy. The dosage should be carefully
observed, especially in cats and small breed dogs.
In animals with pheochromocytoma, metoclopramide may induce a
hypertensive crisis.
Following prolonged vomiting, consideration should be given to fluid and
electrolyte replacement therapy.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary
medicinal product to animals
Wash hands after administration to the animal.
In case of accidental self-injection, seek medical advice immediately and show
the package leaflet or the label to the physician.
In case of accidental spillage onto skin or eyes, wash immediately with
abundant water. If adverse effects appear, seek medical advice immediately
and show the package leaflet or the label to the physician.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment
Not applicable.
Other precautions:
Not applicable.

In cases of gastritis, avoid the co-administration of anticholinergic drugs
(atropine) as they may counteract the effects of metoclopramide on gastro-
intestinal motility.
In cases of simultaneous diarrhoea, there is no contraindication to the use of
anticholinergic drugs.
Concurrent use of metoclopramide with neuroleptics derived from phenothiazine
(acepromazine) and butyrophenones increases the risk of extrapyramidal
effects (see section 4.6).
Metoclopramide can potentiate the action of central nervous system
depressants. If used concurrently, it is advised to use the lowest dosage of
metoclopramide to avoid excessive sedation.

Keep the vial in the outer carton in order to protect from light.
Do not freeze.

Not applicable.

Revised: March 2024
AN: 00206/2023
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This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.