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US brand names:Elura
Elura (Capromorelin Oral Solution Feline) is dosed at 2 mg/kg PO q24h in cats, per ELURA®- capromorelin solution (US product label). Greenfield, IN: Elanco US Inc; 2020. — Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.210 (2026-08-01).. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Ghrelin receptor agonist that stimulates appetite and promotes weight gain via GH release and direct orexigenic signaling in the hypothalamus.
Cats only (FDA-approved for CKD weight loss). Hypersalivation, vomiting, elevated BUN. Do not use if vomiting already present. Monitor weight and renal values.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cat (Domestic) | PO | 2 mg/kg | q24h | Strong | ELURA®- capromorelin solution (US product label). Greenfield, IN: Elanco US Inc; 2020. — Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.210 (2026-08-01). |
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