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Omeprazole Compounded Suspension

Compounded Omeprazole

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Sourced from primary literature. Awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer — our editorial process.

Drug Class

Compounded

Routes

PO

Indications

Gastric acid suppressionGI ulcer prevention

Mechanism of Action

Irreversibly inhibits H+/K+ ATPase (proton pump) in gastric parietal cells, blocking the final step of acid production. Compounded for small animal dosing convenience.

Side effects & warnings

Stability of compounded formulations varies — verify with pharmacist. Enteric coating destroyed in suspension (compensate with higher dose or bicarbonate buffer). Use within BUD.

Species with Omeprazole Compounded Suspension dosing data (2 dose rules)

Cat (Domestic)Dog (Domestic)

Evidence levels across 2 dose rules

Moderate×2

Each ExoticRx dose rule is graded by the strength of its primary evidence — see the editorial process.

Backed by a published primary source

  • · Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Sample dosing (2 of 2 cited rules)

Free-tier preview — dog and cat dosing. Pro and Student unlock all 2 species including reptiles, birds, pocket pets, livestock, and equine.

SpeciesRouteDoseFrequencyEvidenceSource
Dog (Domestic)PO1–2 mg/kgq12-24hModeratePlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)PO1–1.5 mg/kgq24hModeratePlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

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