my Vet is closed and my 13lb. (healthy) shih-tzu has started scratching and biting himself bad. I live in FL and it just rained. Each time he goes out (bathroom) he really starts all over again itching. All I have is Tylenol PM, which is Benedryl (which I know he can have) but don't know about Tylenol. Please help if possible? Thanks. Of course I'll call the VET in the AM but I feel badly for the little guy.
2007-07-31 10:28:43 · 9 answers · asked by TropyWife 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Do not give your dog tylenol.It is toxic to dogs. Here's a little info on this site http://animalsunlimited.net/meds.htm
2007-07-31 11:24:31 · answer #1 · answered by ® 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tylenol PM is NOT Benadryl!!! And NO your dog can NOT have Tylenol!!!
Benedry when used (and it MUST be approved by a vet and given in the dosage recommended by a vet) MUST be plain, ordinary Benedry..period.
Tylenol, Advil, Aleve, etc(in other words anything that contains acetiminiphen or ibuprophen, are ALL toxic to dogs and should NEVER be given at any time.
Asprin can be safe for some dogs but NOT for all..It like ANY other med MUST be approved by a vet.
People on here should NOT recommend ANY medication including asprin...it is illegal to do so even for a licensed vet/vet tech..no one here knows the health history of any dog on here and just because a vet recommended their pet take asprin or any other medication it by no means mean it is safe to give to your dog.
Do NOT self medicate you could do far more harm then good and actually could kill your dog.
2007-07-31 11:34:30 · answer #2 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I completely agree with Dane Lover. I am a pharmacist with 35 years experience and have filled literally thousands of prescription from vets for pets. I have 3 shih tzus myself and even with my knowledge, I am not a vet and always consult with one first. There are usually safer and better medications avaliable on prescription or from the vet than can be obtained over the counter. Assuming benadryl is safe, what is the correct dose for a 13 pound shih tzu? I don't know and would never recommend it and guess on the dose. See a vet.
2007-08-03 14:51:02 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
How should I take acetaminophen?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Do not take more of this medication than is recommended. An overdose of acetaminophen can damage your liver or cause death.
Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
If you are treating a child, use a pediatric form of acetaminophen. Use only the special dose-measuring dropper or oral syringe that comes with the specific pediatric form you are using. Carefully follow the dosing directions on the medicine label.
Acetaminophen made for infants is available in two different dose concentrations, and each concentration comes with its own medicine dropper or oral syringe. These dosing devices are not equal between the different concentrations. Using the wrong device may cause you to give your child an overdose of acetaminophen. Never mix and match dosing devices between infant formulations of acetaminophen.
You may need to shake the liquid before each use. Follow the directions on the medicine label.
The chewable tablet must be chewed thoroughly before you swallow it.
Make sure your hands are dry when handling the acetaminophen disintegrating tablet. Place the tablet on your tongue. It will begin to dissolve right away. Do not swallow the tablet whole. Allow it to dissolve in your mouth without chewing.
To use the acetaminophen effervescent granules, dissolve one packet of the granules in at least 4 ounces of water. Stir this mixture and drink all of it right away. To make sure you get the entire dose, add a little more water to the same glass, swirl gently and drink right away.
Stop taking acetaminophen and call your doctor if:
- you still have a fever after 3 days of use;
- you still have pain after 7 days of use (or 5 days if treating a child);
- you have a skin rash, ongoing headache, or any redness or swelling; or
- if your symptoms get worse, or if you have any new symptoms.
This medication can cause unusual results with certain lab tests for glucose (sugar) in the urine. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using acetaminophen.
Store at room temperature away from heat and moisture.
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2016-05-28 11:49:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use plain Benedryl, tylenol is not good for animals, aspirin is OK but if he is not in pain a painkiller is not needed. I use Wal*Mart's generic Benedryl and always keep some on hand for bee stings or allergic reations.
2007-07-31 10:34:42 · answer #5 · answered by ginbark 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
DO NOT GIVE ANY PAIN RELIEVER TO YOUR PET!!! The dosage is TOTALLY different for pets and Tylenol can cause tissue damage..and over time can cause DEATH!!!
if you need to call your vet -- most have an emergency number for after hours if he is scratching really bad....or if you have an Elizabethan collar (the big round plastic collars to keep a dog from licking a wound etc (you can get one a pet store usually if you need to -- handy to keep on hand for such situations in case you need it for future use)
see links below!!!
http://www.workingdogs.com/vcbadmedicine.htm
2007-07-31 10:44:25 · answer #6 · answered by huntjumper66 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, aspirin or ibuprofen is ok in VERY small amounts, but acetaminophen (tylenol) can be damaging to his kidneys and liver.
2007-07-31 10:39:03 · answer #7 · answered by Sashua P 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No - Tylenol is toxic to dogs and even more so for cats. Don't do it.
2007-07-31 10:33:01 · answer #8 · answered by ? 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
no you can give him baby asprin
2007-07-31 10:33:01 · answer #9 · answered by =] 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋