A & D Ointment |
Antibacterial ointment for scrapes and wounds |
Apply a thin coating |
Topical |
3 - 4 times a day for 7 - 10 days |
Anbesol |
Topical anesthetic for mouth pain |
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Dab on liquid with cotton swab |
1 - 2 times a day for up to 2 days |
Aspirin (buffered; enteric coated) |
Analgesic, anti-inflammatory |
4 - 10 mg per pound of body weight (dose varies with the purpose of the medication) |
With food |
Once daily |
Aveeno Oatmeal Medicated Bath |
For soothing itchy skin |
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Use as a bath rinse |
As often as 3 times per week |
Benadryl |
Antihistamine |
1 - 2mg per pound of body weight |
Oral |
Every 8 hours |
Betadine Skin Cleanser |
Antiseptic liquid soap for cleaning on or around wounds |
Use full strength to wash the affected area |
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Betadine Solution |
Antiseptic |
Dilute to 0.2% (2ml to 2 quarts of water - or the color of weak tea) |
Topical |
As prescribed for cleaning the wound. |
Bufferin |
Pain reliever |
10 - 25mg per 2.2 pounds of body weight |
Oral |
2 - 3 times a day |
Burow's Solution |
Topical antiseptic |
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Moisten cotton ball and apply to wound |
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Caladryl |
Soothing topical lotion for pain and itching |
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Paint on sore area |
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Charcoal (compressed activated charcoal) |
Binds stomach poisons |
5g per 10 pounds of body weight |
Oral |
Keep at least 30 tablets available, give once and only under the direction of a veterinarian |
Chlorhexidine Solution (Nolvasan, ect..) |
Antiseptic |
Dilute to 0.05% (25ml to 2 quarts, 1.9Liters water) |
Topical |
As prescribed for cleaning the wound |
Cortaid |
Anti-itch cream |
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Apply once or twice daily as needed |
Desitin |
Soothing ointment |
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Rub on affected area |
Dramamine |
For motion sickness |
2 - 4mg per pound of body weight |
Oral |
Every 8 hours |
Ducolax |
For constipation |
5 - 20mg tablet or 1/2 to 2 pediatric suppositories (10mg) |
Oral |
Once a day |
Epsom Salts |
Soothing soak for irritated, itchy skin |
1 cup per gallon of water |
Topical |
Soak The affected area |
Hydrogen Peroxide (3%) |
Used to induce vomiting |
1 teaspoon per 10 pounds of body weight |
Oral |
You may repeat every 15-30 minutes (max 3 times) |
Hypo Tears |
Eye lubricant |
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Topical |
Apply 4 - 12 times per day |
Iodine |
Topical antiseptic |
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Paint on wound |
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Ipecac Syrup |
Emetic to promote vomiting |
1 teaspoon per 20lb, up to 3 tsp |
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Kaolin and pectin (beware - some formulations contain salicylates |
For persistent diarrhea |
1/2 to 1ml per pound of body weight (or 1 - 2 teaspoons per 10 pounds) |
Oral |
Every 6 hours |
Kayopectate |
For diarrhea |
1/2 - 1 teaspoon per 5 pounds |
Oral |
A maximum of 2 tablespoons every 8 hours |
Lanacane |
Topical anesthetic |
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Apply to sore area with gauze pad |
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Massengill Disposable Douche |
Odor neutralizer for skunk spray or body odor |
Mix 2 oz per gal of water |
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Use a soak for 15 min, then bathe as usual |
Metamucil (unflavored) |
For constipation or to add fiber to the diet |
1 teaspoon per 11 - 22 pounds |
Mix in with food |
Once daily - for short term use, unless otherwise directed |
Milk of Magnesia, Mylanta, Maalox |
Antacid, laxative, gas |
2 - 4ml per pound of body weight |
Oral |
Every 12 - 24 hours |
Mineral Oil |
Lubricant, laxative |
5ml per 20 pounds of body weight |
Add to food - do not give separately due to aspiration risk |
Twice daily - only for 2 - 3 days |
Triple Antibiotic Ointment |
Antibiotic for preventing wound infection |
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Topical |
Apply 3 - 4 times daily as needed |
Pedialyte or Gatorade |
For dehydration |
Mix 50/50 with water |
Oral |
Offer as much as the dog wants |
Pepcid |
Histamine blocker for antacid effect, and vomiting |
1mg per pound of body weight |
Injection or Oral |
Once or twice daily |
Pepto-Bismol |
For Diarrhea |
0.5 - 1.5ml per pound of body weight |
Oral |
Every 12 hours |
Preparation H |
For a sore anal area |
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Apply up to 4 times daily |
Prilosec (omeprazole) |
Antacid, ulcer medication |
0.25 - 0.50mg per pound of body weight |
Oral |
Once daily |
Robitussin DM, Benylin Expectorant |
Cough Suppressant |
0.50 - 1mg per pound of body weight (or 1 teaspoon per 20 pounds) |
Oral |
Every 6 hours |
Solarcaine |
Topical pain reliever and anesthetic |
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Topical |
Apply to sore area once or twice daily for up to 2 days |
Tagamet (cimetidine) |
Histamine blocker for antacid effect |
10mg per lb of body weight |
Oral |
2 - 3 times per day |
Tylenol |
Pain reliever |
Ask your vet |
Ask your vet |
Ask your vet |
Vicks VapoRub |
For congestion |
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Topical |
Smear a small amount on your pet's chin for easier breathing |
Witch hazel |
Astringent / topical antiseptic |
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Dab on affected area |
Zantac (ranitidine) |
Histamine blocker for antacid effect |
150 - 300mg per pound of body weight |
Add to meals |
Daily - divide total dose over several meals throughout the day |