My cat won't take Amitriptyline pills. Can I get a flavored liquid?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 17 lbs
Is there another way to give my cat Amitriptyline? Had a lot of trouble trying to drop the pill in his throat as instructed. I put it in wet food, pill pockets, other treats but nothing. Tried a topical cream but that was too expensive to get refilled every 21 days. Can it be given in a liquid that can be flavored differently? This medication works well when I am able to get it in his system. Used to stop urination in the house caused by anxiety.
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Published on January 27th, 2019
Hi there. Yes, you should be able to get it compounded into a flavored liquid (like chicken or fish) if this would be easier for you to give. You may have a local compounding pharmacy that can do this, or you can use an online pharmacy like Wedgewood or Vets First Choice. I would recommend calling your veterinarian tomorrow to talk about this - he/she should be able to tell you where you can have this done, and can write a new prescription for the compounded medication.
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Published on October 14th, 2019
Ask your vet to have the Amitriptyline compounded into a liquid or a transdermal gel. The transdermal gel is absorbed directly into the skin so you don't have to give anything by mouth. It is probably going to be the easiest solution for you. ( https://www.1800petmeds.com/Amitriptyline+Compounded-prod90001.html?Ntt=Amitriptyline+Compounded )
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