Cimetidine for cats

Sold as Tagamet. Published reference range, cited. Enter your cat's weight below.

Reference tool, not medical advice. Always confirm with your veterinarian.
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Published dose range

The published veterinary reference range for cimetidine in cats is 2.5-5 mg per kg of body weight, given every 12h.

Source: Merck Veterinary Manual →
Vet consult preferred; famotidine is the more common choice.

Skip it or ask a vet first if

many drug interactionskidney disease

If you think you overdosed

Call the Pet Poison Helpline: 855-764-7661 or ASPCA Poison Control: 888-426-4435. Both are staffed 24/7 by veterinary toxicologists.

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