Eluracat 20mg/ml Oral Solution for Cats | Capromorelin 15ml *COMING SOON*

Eluracat 20mg/ml Oral Solution for Cats contains the active substance capromorelin. It is a prescription-only veterinary medicine used in cats for the management of unintended weight loss associated with chronic medical conditions such as chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Weight loss is a common and clinically important concern in older cats, particularly those living with chronic kidney disease. Loss of body weight and muscle condition can affect strength, resilience, quality of life and long term wellbeing.

Eluracat is an oral solution for cats and should only be used when prescribed by a veterinary surgeon. Cats with chronic kidney disease often require an individualised management plan including diet, hydration support, monitoring, and treatment of associated complications.

What is Capromorelin?

Capromorelin is a ghrelin receptor agonist. Ghrelin is a naturally occurring hormone involved in appetite regulation, food intake and energy balance.

Product Information and SPC

For full prescribing information, warnings, contraindications and administration guidance, please consult the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC):

View the Eluracat SPC (PDF)

The SPC contains the complete licensed prescribing information approved by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD).

By acting on ghrelin receptors, capromorelin may help support appetite and body weight management in cats experiencing unintended weight loss associated with chronic disease.

As with all prescription medicines, suitability should be assessed by the prescribing veterinary surgeon based on the cat’s diagnosis, clinical condition, concurrent medicines and monitoring requirements.

Weight Loss in Cats with Chronic Kidney Disease

Chronic kidney disease is one of the most common long term conditions affecting older cats. It is progressive and can contribute to gradual weight loss, reduced appetite, muscle wasting, nausea and changes in hydration.

Weight loss in cats with CKD may be caused by several overlapping factors, including:

• Reduced appetite
• Nausea or gastrointestinal discomfort
• Muscle loss
• Altered metabolism
• Progressive kidney dysfunction
• Concurrent conditions common in older cats

Monitoring body weight, body condition score and muscle condition score is an important part of long term CKD care.

How Eluracat Fits into CKD Management

Eluracat is not a replacement for wider CKD management. Cats with chronic kidney disease commonly require a multimodal plan tailored to their individual needs.

A CKD management plan may include:

• Renal diet support
• Hydration management
• Monitoring of kidney values and electrolytes
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Phosphate control where needed
• Management of nausea or appetite changes
• Body weight and muscle condition monitoring

Your veterinary surgeon will advise whether capromorelin is appropriate as part of your cat’s wider treatment plan.

Monitoring During Treatment

Cats receiving treatment for chronic kidney disease should be reviewed regularly by their veterinary surgeon. Monitoring helps assess whether the treatment plan remains appropriate and whether any adjustments are needed.

Monitoring may include:

• Body weight checks
• Body condition scoring
• Muscle condition scoring
• Blood tests including creatinine, SDMA, urea and electrolytes
• Urine testing
• Blood pressure measurement
• Assessment of appetite, hydration and quality of life

The frequency of monitoring depends on disease stage, stability, concurrent conditions and the prescribing veterinary surgeon’s advice.

Important Prescription Information

Eluracat is classified as a POM-V veterinary medicine. A valid veterinary prescription is required before this medicine can be supplied.

Please follow the dosage and administration instructions provided by your veterinary surgeon. Do not alter, stop or restart treatment without veterinary advice.

If your cat develops vomiting, worsening appetite, lethargy, behavioural changes or any unexpected signs while receiving treatment, contact your veterinary surgeon for advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eluracat used for?

Eluracat contains capromorelin and is used in cats for the management of unintended weight loss associated with chronic medical conditions such as chronic kidney disease.

Is Eluracat prescription only?

Yes. Eluracat is a POM-V medicine and requires a valid veterinary prescription.

What is the active ingredient in Eluracat?

The active substance is capromorelin.

Can Eluracat be used in cats with kidney disease?

Eluracat may be prescribed by veterinary surgeons for cats experiencing unintended weight loss associated with chronic medical conditions, including chronic kidney disease. Suitability must be assessed by the prescribing vet.

Does Eluracat replace renal diets or CKD monitoring?

No. Cats with chronic kidney disease usually require a broader management plan. This may include renal diet support, hydration management, blood pressure monitoring, phosphate control and regular veterinary check ups.

How should cats on Eluracat be monitored?

Monitoring may include body weight, appetite, body condition, blood tests, urine testing and blood pressure measurement. Your vet will advise the most appropriate monitoring schedule.