These can be helpful if you can't reach a veterinarian immediately Written by Wisconsin Veterinarians, Drs. Foster & Smith |
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| Product | Dosage | Usage |
| Buffered Aspirin | 8-12 mg per lb. every 12 hrs. |
Pain relief, anti-inflammatory |
| Vitamin B | 1/2 to 2 ml subcutaneously every 24 hrs. | Used as an appetite stimulant |
| Benadryl | 1/2 mg per lb. every 8 hrs. (max. dose 2 mg per lb.) | Treats allergies, itching, etc. |
| Dramamine | up to 50 mg every 8 hrs. | Reduces motion (car) sickness |
| Hydrogen Peroxide 3% | 10 ml by mouth every 15 minutes |
Used to induce vomiting after accidental ingestion of poison |
| Epinephrine 1:1000 | 1/10 to 1/2 ml intramuscular or subcutaneously | Used to treat reactions following medications, insect stings & bites |
| Pepto Bismal | 1 tsp. per 5 lbs every 6 hrs. | For diarrhea, vomiting, and anti-gas |
| Di Gel Liquid | up to 4 tbs. every 8 hrs. | Antacid and anti-gas |
| Mineral Oil | up to 4 tbs. daily | Eliminates constipation |
| Kaopectate | 1 ml per lb. every 2 hrs. | Relieves diarrhea |
| Tylenol (Acetamenophin) | NOT RECOMMENDED! Can Kill | |
Common Household Medications for Dogs
