Calming a Cat With Gravol

Gravol, the trade name for the over-the-counter drug dimenhydrinate, treats nausea and vomiting, according to Alberta Health Services. PetEducation.Com reports that although it has not received approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for veterinary use, vets sometimes prescribe Gravol for cats. The drug blocks communication from the inner ear and balance center to the brain, effectively sedating the cat. Cat owners should always consult a vet before administering gravol to their cats.

Things You'll Need

  • Gravol (tablets or liquid)
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Instructions

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      Consult a vet to check if Gravol is safe for your cat, and whether it suits your purpose. According to PetEducation.Com, other sedatives might be better for cats.

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      Give the cat three-quarters of a chewable Gravol tablet or half of a regular 25-milligram tablet. According to Mission Veterinary Hospital, 12.5 mg is the appropriate dosage of Gravol for cats of all weights.

    • 3

      Repeat Gravol administration every eight hours if necessary. The effects could last longer for kittens, sick cats or old cats, so hold off giving additional doses to the cat if it still seems sedated.