OTC Medicines for Dogs

 Source: Dr Andrew Jones (Veterinary Secrets)



Benedryl (Diphenhydramine)
Antihistamine
1mg/ lb body weight; 2-3x a day


Canesten cream (Clotrimazole 1%)
Antifungal


Topical 1% Hydrocortisone
for eczema/ inflammation


Pepcid 
For vomiting/ regurgitation
2-5mg/ 10lb body weight; 2-3x a day


Aspirin (not for dehydrated dogs/ dogs with liver disease)
325mg aspirin, uncoated
325mg/ 40lb body weight; 2x a day

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