Human Meds that are safe for Pets

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Here is some information regarding treating your pet with human meds.  There is nothing about Tamiflu for pets, but everything else seems to be fairly common.   

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Human Drugs that are safe for Dogs & Cats
Please note: We are not veterinarians nor do we claim to be. Nothing here is meant to replace what your veterinarian says. Always consult with your veterinarian first. This list is provided as a guide only!

NOT SAFE
(If a drug is NOT listed here, please do not assume it is safe to give to your dog, always consult your veterinarian first)

Other common medicines and so called social "drugs" which definitely should not be given by owners to their pets are :

* Paracetamol
* Ibuprofen
* Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
* Alcohol of any kind
* Benzocaine
* The laxative phenolphthalein
* Iron supplements
* Vitamin D supplements
* Nebuliser medications prescribed for asthma
* Drugs used to control "fits" e.g. phenytoin (toxic in cats)
* Coffee and tea (due to the caffeine content)
* Cannabis or any other illegal drug.

All of the above have been documented to cause serious illness - and are potentially fatal . The message is - NEVER assume what is safe for you and your children is safe for your pet - the chances are it isn't.

SAFE

Household Medications for pets

The following is a list of common household human medications that can be used on pets. These Medications can be especially useful if you can't reach a veterinarian. 

Product

Common Usage

Canine (dog) Dosage

Feline (cat) Dosage

Buffered Aspirin
pain relife, anti-inflammatory
5 mg per lg. every 12 hours
not recommended

Vitamin B
used as an appetite stimulant
1/2 to 2ml subcutaneously every 24 hours
1/2 to 1ml subcutaneously every 24 hours

Benadryl
treats allergies, itching etc.
1/2mg per lb. every 8 hours (max dose 2mg per lb.)
same as canine dose

Dramamine
reduces motion (car) sickness
up to 50mg every 8 hours
up to 10mg every 8 hours

Hydrogen Peroxide 3%
used to induce vomiting after accidential ingestion of poison
10ml by mouth every 15 minutes
same as canine dose

Epinephrine 1:1000
used to treat reactions following medications, insect bites & stings
1/10 to 1/2ml intramuscular or subcutaneously
1/10 to 2/10ml intramuscular or subcutaneously

Pepto Bismol
for diarrhea, vomiting & anti-gas
1 tsp per 5 lbs every 6 hours
not recommended

Di Gel Liquid
antacid and anti-gas
up to 4 tbs every 8 hours
up to 2 tbs every 8 hours

Mineral Oil
eliminates constipation
up to 4 tbs daily
up to 2 tbs daily

Kaopectate
relieves diarrhea
1 ml per lb. every 2 hours
same as canine dose
Sources:
Animals Unlimited Network, Inc.

Antibiotic Dosages for pets

The following is a list of common antibiotics prescribed by veterinarians. Recommended dosages and common usage's are included. Please follow the advice of your veterinarian when using antibiotics. 

Product

Common Usage

Canine (dog) Dosage

Feline (cat) Dosage

Amoxicillin
used to fight bacterial infection
5 mg per lb. ev ery 12 hours
5 mg per lb. daily

Ampicillian
used to fight bacterial infection
10 mg per lb. every 6 hours
same as canine dose

Tetracycline
used to fight bacterial infection
10 mg per lb. every 8 hours
same as canine dose

PEN BP-48
used to fight bacterial infection
1 cc per 20lbs subcutaneously every 48 hours
not recommended

Penicillian i300,000 units/mil
used to fight bacterial infection
1 ml per 30 lbs. subcutaneously
same as canine dose
Sources:
Animals Unlimited Network, Inc.

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