Tapering off Omeprazole how to?

[kitkat852]

CKD cat, switching back to Pepcid, how do I taper off Omeprazole 5mg/daily? 1/2 dose? for a few days, then add Pepcid back in? She's been on Omeprazole about 3 weeks.

Does Omeprazole cause constipation?

 

[Furballsmom]

Hi!
Are you discussing this with your vet?

Also, not to turn you away from us but are you familiar with this site below, and there's a Facebook group for kidney cats as well.

Felinecrf . org

 

[FeebysOwner]

I do think you need to consult with your vet, but for the duration of time your cat has been on omeprazole there may be no need to wean. As far as I know, omeprazole is more inclined to cause diarrhea.
Omeprazole For Cats: Overview, Dosage & Side Effects - All About Cats
The Problems with Pepcid and Other Antacids. (catcentric.org)