Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an antihistamine commonly used to treat Allergies in dogs, but it is not known to directly cause dandruff. However, if a dog experiences side effects such as dry skin or dehydration from Benadryl, this could indirectly contribute to dandruff. Additionally, underlying allergies or skin conditions that require Benadryl might also be the root cause of the dandruff. Always consult a veterinarian before administering any medication to your pet.
You need to talk with your veterinarian about this - it is possible some formulations of Benadryl could interact with your dog's thyroid medication and cause major problems.
You can give 0.5-1mg of benadryl per pound
The puppy will scratch itself more often, just as humans do when they get dandruff. They might bite or scratch at their hair until some starts to fall out, and possibly lead to a bald spot, but other than that, there isn't much else that happens when a puppy gets dandruff. I recommend getting Puppy Dandruff Shampoo to help with the dandruff problem.
Yes, a dog can overdose on Benadryl, and it doesn't take as much as you might think.
Benadryl is for allergies. Don't think it'll help with the kind of poisoning chocolate can cause in dogs.
While Benadryl or diphenhydramine can be used safely for dogs, if proper dosage is carefully applied, diphenhydramine is not an anticonvulsant, and as such will likely not work for this application. In short, not deadly; not effective either.
This will depend upon the size of the dog and the exact formulation of Benadryl you are asking about.
Yes, a dog can overdose on Benadryl, and it doesn't take as much as you might think.
An alternative to Benadryl for dogs that can be used for allergy relief is a medication called Apoquel. It is specifically designed to help manage itching and inflammation caused by allergies in dogs.
Yes. It is called dander, and most dogs are generous with it.
Dandruff does not cause any type of hair loss in people.
No, this drug is for allergies.