Capromorelin
ArticleLast Updated July 20181 min read
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Appetite Stimulant (Systemic Drug)
Prescriber Highlights
FDA-approved to stimulate appetite in dogs
Ghrelin receptor agonist that stimulates hunger
Diarrhea, vomiting, polydipsia, or hypersalivation may occur
Uses, Indications
Indicated for stimulation of appetite in dogs; experiential data is limited mostly to clinical study patients
In a laboratory setting, capromorelin (compared with placebo) increased food consumption and body weight in healthy cats, but capromorelin is not yet FDA- approved for use in this species
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