Yes - in fact the dose size for a dog is up to 2mg/kg (0.9mg/lb) - so for a 75lb dog you are talking approximately 65mg. Yes dogs tolerate a higher dose better than a human does (or they use it less efficiently).
As always, check with a vet.
No! Benadryl is a human drug, for human use only! If you must give your cat medication, take it to a vet and have them diagnose it. The medicine they perscribe may be similar to Benadryl, but it really isn't safe to put it anywhere near a cat.
No, Benadryl (diphenhydramine) will not give a false positive for methamphetamine. However, Benadryl may cause a false positive for methadone in simple immunoassay tests, though more advanced tests can resolve a disputed result.
Benadryl is an antihistamine which is administered to humans, dogs, cats and certain other animals. You should never give your dog this medication without the go-ahead from a vet, because some dogs may have defects that can cause Cushing's Disease if they take this medication, or some may have allergies that you're not aware of. As a rule of thumb, 1mg of Benadryl per pound. If your dog is 5 pounds, that is no more than 5mg. Always see a vet if you are unsure and before you administer anything at all. the vet would also tell you how much to use.
It's not recommended to give a toddler Zarbee's Naturals Children's Cough Syrup and Benadryl at the same time without consulting a pediatrician. Both products may contain ingredients that could interact or lead to increased drowsiness. Always check with a healthcare professional before combining medications for children to ensure their safety and proper dosing.
Yes you can give a dog benadryl indefinitely...just make sure that you check with your vet that you are giving the correct dose. You want to give as little as possible, just enough to control the symptoms. You may want to also check with your vet to see if there is another antihistamine that may even work better for your dog. Surprisingly there are many antihistamine that you can get through a prescription from your vet that may even be cheaper than buying benadryl over the counter.An Alternate Answer:Dogs can have 1-2mg of Benadryl per pound, every 8 hours. This can be used to treat allergic reactions, and it also has some anti-anxiety effects. As a general rule, Benadryl is very effective for both dogs and cats, as it is for humans, and, as with humans, the primary side effect is drowsiness, with dogs and cats, as well.
I have been prescribed codeine and benadryl simultaneously. It may slightly reduce the effectiveness of the codeine, but that's all.
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It is not recommended to use Benadryl spray on dogs without consulting a veterinarian first. While diphenhydramine (the active ingredient in Benadryl) may be safe in some forms for dogs, the spray might contain other ingredients that could be harmful or irritating. It's best to seek veterinary advice for appropriate treatments for your dog's skin itching.
Unless you're a veterinarian (which I will assume you aren't since you are asking the internet for dose rates), to prescribe your dog Benadryl would be considered practicing veterinary medicine without a licence. If your dog is sick, take it to the vet. They will prescribe for it what it needs, (which may or may not be benadryl), and tell you how much to give.
If Benadryl is being given to a dog to calm it I have asked my Veterinarian the same question. He told me give the dog 1 wait 30 minutes, give another, wait 30 minutes. Keep going like this till you have the desired effect, a dog will settle down or even go to sleep before yo can over dose them. To be sure, consult a professional before you blame me for any advice I was given and have tried. : )
Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an antihistamine that is not typically recommended for children under the age of 2 unless directed by a healthcare provider. It can have side effects and may lead to respiratory issues in young children. Always consult a pediatrician before giving any medication to an infant.
If you withdraw while on benadryl you may have toxic sperm that will float back up your urethra into your stomach causing an inability to digest most foods.