My dog just ate some children's tylenol?

Question

He just ate about 9-10 Jr. Tylenol Meltaways 160 mg per tablet. They are specially made for children ages 6-11. He didn't actually eat them so much as chew on the wrappers. He couldn't get them all the way out, so he just got remnants. He weighs 90 lbs. Do you think he will be okay or does he need an emergency vet. Please don't freak me out with the "he needs a vet right now!!!!!" answers, because I am stuck at home with no car and no one that can drive me. I would take a cab if it was really necessary though. Thanks

Answer 1

The typical toxic dosage for that size dog is about 150mg/kg (in cats its about 50mg/kg). A 90lb dog would need to eat about 6000mg to be a toxic dose, and since he only possibly got about 1600mg it should hopefully not cause a fatal reaction, but could still cause some other problems like liver damage (especially if hes an older dog, or already has liver problems, or is on any other meds). If you see any vomiting, abdominal pain, dark colored urine or gums get to a vet asap. If he has ingested them within the past 4 hours, I would induce vomiting to play it safe. Give him 5 Tbsp of Hydrogen Peroxide orally to make him vomit, you can repeat that dose up to 3 times, 20 minutes apart if needed.

Answer 2

Tylenol Meltaways

Answer 3

Please call the ER clinic and ask them, but to be honest 9 or 10 160 mg tablets is a HUGE dose.

I have copied this (below) from: http://www.avma.org/careforanimals/animatedjourneys/livingwithpets/poisoninfo.asp

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Acetaminophen (Tylenoltm) -XXX Top

XXX - Emergency! XX - Highly Dangerous X - Dangerous

Tylenol is, of course, a human over-the-counter analgesic medicine used to relieve pain. In people, after the pills are taken, the ingredients are broken down in the body by enzymes in the liver. In people, Tylenol is generally a safe and useful painkiller. Cats, however, have less of the enzyme required to detoxify the drug following ingestion. As a result, there are many dangerous metabolites, or break-down products of acetaminophen that bind to red blood cells and other tissue cells, resulting in the destruction of these cells. There may also be direct damage to tissue cells from the painkiller. As little as one regular strength tablet (325 mg) can poison a cat to the degree that it can develop noticeable clinical signs of illness. Two extra-strength tablets are likely to kill a cat. Dogs (particularly small dogs) are also susceptible to significant tissue damage from as little as two regular strength Tylenol and repeated doses increase the risk significantly. Signs develop quickly and can include salivation, vomiting, weakness and abdominal pain.

Due to the significant toxicity to pets in relatively minimal dosages, the recommendation is clear - Tylenol should not be given to dogs or cats. Other, safer, drugs are available for pain relief; talk to your veterinarian about your own pet's specific needs.
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I wish you and your dog all the best and pray that he is okay.

Answer 4

Tylenol is toxic to the liver (really bad for cats). If it happened recently, make him throw up (hydrogen peroxide or salt on the back of the tongue), then call a vet. If not recent, call a vet right now.

Answer 5

Call an emergency vet now. They will probably want you to make him vomit, but call first. They may still want to see him. Tylenol is toxic. It is imperative that you get medical advice from someone who knows exactly what to do. Good luck!

Answer 6

It would be best to take him to the vet immidiately. He could have kidney failure if gone unchecked. You could call the vet for additional information. If you need a vet for info, but do not have the number for a 24 hour vet, I could give you a number.

Answer 7

he will need to see an emergency vet. any amount of tylenol can be toxic to any animal.

Answer 8

I think he will be ok, but keep an eye on him. To make yourself feel better, call the 24 hour vet and explain to them what happened. They will let you know if you NEED to bring him in immediately.

Answer 9

I am very good friends with my vet and he has always told me. NO TYLENOL!!!! It is very toxic to dogs. Asprin is ok. See your vet.

Answer 10

Try to get him to vomit.The finger down the throat(be careful not to hurt him) After he vomits let him drink as much as possible. Feed him ice if he likes to chew.Saltine crackers will dilute the medicine and make him thirsty if you can't get him to vomit.Feed him about 10-15 for the size dog he is.