Cat · Felis catus · typical adult weight 2.50–7.00 kg
Pancrelipase is used in cat for Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI). Routes documented in cat: PO. A typical adult cat weighs 2.50–7.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Pancrelipase in cat, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Creon, Viokace, Pancreazyme
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 0.5–1 tsp per meal | With each meal | Lifelong | Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) | Moderate | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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Provides exogenous lipase, protease, and amylase to replace deficient pancreatic enzyme secretion, enabling digestion and nutrient absorption.
Administer with meals. Excessive doses may cause oral/perianal irritation or GI upset. Store properly to maintain enzyme activity.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cat may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Pancrelipase pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cat — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.